Venues

Inverness Campus

Content

You will develop an understanding of the value base required in the care profession. You will have the opportunity to understand and explain influences on human development and behaviour. You will also gain an understanding of the social, physical, emotional, cognitive and cultural needs of people who use care services.

This knowledge and these skills will be relevant for future experience in learning, life and work, and will enhance the ability of learners to become effective contributors and responsible citizens.

Content: Values and Principles; Psychology; Sociology.

Other units covered can include: First Aid; HIV; Hepatitis B; Aids.

Entry Requirements

2 subjects at National 5 including English, preferably at B.

Progression Routes

Further study in Care