Venues

Paisley Campus, Clydebank Campus, Greenock (Finnart Street) Campus

Content

This course is for learners who have an interest in Health and Social Care. It includes investigating the types of care establishments that are available and the roles of care workers in these settings. It offers you a broad perspective across key areas to prepare you for your next progression route or employment.

You'll learn about:

Values and Principles of Care; Human Development and Behaviour; Social influences; Caring for People with Dementia; First Aid; Communications; Numeracy.

You may have the opportunity for a volunteering or work placement as part of this course.

Entry Requirements

4 subjects at National 5 including English; or Child, Health and Social Care (Level 5); or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 5. Entry subject to interview.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.

Progression Routes

Relevant HNC