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Health and Social Care (Level 5)

North East Scotland College

Venues

Aberdeen City Campus, Fraserburgh Campus

Content

This course will provide students with a firm understanding of the expectations and values involved in health and social care roles. The course introduces a variety of care professions across statutory, voluntary and private settings. This will enable a better understanding of complexities of delivering effective care to a variety of service users.

Applicants should enjoy diverse group interaction and be mature enough to work on their own initiative. We look for individuals who are enthusiastic with a positive attitude to learning and can show commitment to this year-long course.

Subjects Include:
The values, principles, and legislation that underpin health and social care; Psychology and sociology; Mental health issues; Essential skills in communication.

Entry Requirements

2 subjects at National 5, preferably including English; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 4.

Progression Routes

Advanced Health and Social Care (Level 6)

Start Date

August

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Care

SCQF Level

5

Career Area

Health and Medicine

Career Sectors

Alternative Medicine

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