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Foundation Learning in Childcare, Health and Social Care Level 1

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  • Hours: 15.5 hours per week, 36 weeks
  • Next start date(s): September 2012
  • Course Location: Lewisham Way Campus
  • Who it's for: School Leaver 16-18, Adult Learner 19+

Is this course for me?

This course is for individuals interested in working in childcare or health and social care.

What will I study?

You will study the personal qualities and skills required to work in childcare or health and social care. This will include your personal and social development.  Job opportunities, communications with adults or children, personal care, promoting healthy eating, a group project, and skills required for work.  You will also develop your English, Maths and Information Technology Skills.  ESOL support is available if required.

Subjects:

  • Developing skills in Health & Social Care
  • Starting work in Health & Social Care
  • Working in Health and Social Care
  • Investigating Health and Social Care
  • Understanding Health and well-being
  • and Understanding personal development and relationship

These are optional subjects:

  • Exploring Local Services
  • Financial management
  • Images of People
  • Looking after children
  • Personal Effectiveness

What can I do next?

This can lead to study for BTEC First Certificate/Diploma in Health and Social Care, CACHE Certificate in Childcare and Education, or Society, Health and Development Diploma.

This can lead to employment in:

  • Health care
  • Social care

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to attend College for an assessment test and interview. Two references are also required.

What will it cost?

If you are under 19 and a home student, in most circumstances, you don't pay any fees. However, you will need to find this out when you apply. You will also need to purchase a text book.

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £100 CRB check: £44

Please note: For courses longer than one year, the fees stated apply to the first year only. These costs are for the academic year 2011-2012 only.