Health Care Social Services - SCQF Level 6
Start
19 Aug 2024
End
13 Jun 2025
The award contains national units at Higher level, The range of subjects in the care field includes Stress and Stress Management, Caring for People with Dementia, Social Services in Scotland, Leadership in Practice, Academic Study Skills and Understanding Mental Health and Mental Illness.
Qualifications
Social Services at SCQF Level 6
Delivery
Full-time 36 week course, 3 days per week in College / online, 1 day per week on placement
Location
Entry requirements
SCQF Level 5 Health and Social Care or a minimum of 4 National 5 awards to include English. Applicants may be required to complete a preparatory course as a condition of being placed on this course. 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
The course is suitable for applicants who wish to go directly into employment in the social care or community care field, e.g. Support Workers, Care Assistants. It is particularly relevant to the needs of adult returners and students who wish to progress to the HNC in Social Services.
Questions?
Get in touch for further information, we’re here to help.
01896 66 26 00