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Health & Social Care

You will receive a Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care.

  • Entry Requirements, Units, Assessment and more...

    Entry Requirements

    Completion of the Level 1 Health and Social Care course or Initial assessment completion at level 2. An interview will also be carried out to check suitability.

    Assessment Method

    Portfolio of evidence that will include assignment reflectiove logs and presentations

    Aims of the course

    This qualification provides foundational knowledge for learners who may be new to the sector or new to the world of work. It is accessible to learners who may want to understand more about working in health and social care. It aims to introduce some basic concepts of caring and preparation for employment in the sector.

    Progression Opportunities

    This course allows progress to the next level of study: Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care. Acees to Nursing (Applicants will need to meet the required entry requirements for English and maths).* Level 2 childcare OR Level 3 childcare ( Applicants will need to meet the required entry requirements for English and maths).

    Career Options

    Senior care workersCare workers and home carersWelfare and housing associate professionals.

Course Details

Venue Lewisham Way
Day/Eve Day
Mode Part Time
Duration 36 weeks
Start Date 09/09/2024
End Date 27/06/2025
Course Code 3HCAZ9A0

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

16-18 Free
19-24 £ 783
24+ Please Enquire
International Please Enquire

More Options

  • Starting 01/09/2025 at Lewisham Way
    Venue Lewisham Way
    Day/Eve Day
    Mode Part Time
    Duration 36 weeks
    Start Date 01/09/2025
    End Date 26/06/2026
    Course Code 3HCAZ9A0

    Funding

    For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Fees and Finance.

    16-18 Free
    19-24 £ 783
    24+ Please Enquire
    International Please Enquire
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-information-for-the-public#situation-in-the-uk

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https://publichealthmatters.blog.gov.uk/2020/01/23/wuhan-novel-coronavirus-what-you-need-to-know/