Health and Social Care - National SCQF 4 & 5 FT
Start
19 Aug 2024
End
13 Jun 2025
Students study a wide range of general care issues such as sociology and psychology, values and principles in care, and prevention of infection. Students will study Core Skills including Communication and Numeracy. You will also spend one day a week in a care placement.
Qualifications
SQA Units at SCQF Level 4 & 5
Delivery
Full-time 36 week course, 3 days per week in College/ online, 1 day per week on placement.
Location
Entry requirements
Care Passport National 4, or a minimum of 3 National 4 awards at Pass grade including English. Students will also be required to complete a PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) form. Applicants should be able to demonstrate values and principles relevant to working in care, such as kindness and empathy.
Progression opportunities
Successful students can progress to Health and Social Care National 5 & 6 or Higher Social Services depending on overall performance during the course. Career opportunities in the social, health and child care fields, e.g. as a Care Assistant or Playgroup Assistant.
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