Venues

Anniesland Campus, Cardonald Campus, Langside Campus

Content

Whether you’re already working in a care setting and want to learn more, or you’re interested in a career in social care, this course will give you a formal qualification to help you work anywhere in the sector - or progress to the next level of study.

It involves a social care work placement where you can learn practical skills combined with theory, helping you to understand the needs of different care settings and how to support people effectively. When you complete the course, you’ll be a Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registered care practitioner.

Areas of study covered include:
Care in contemporary society; Leadership; Health, wellbeing and safeguarding; Lifespan development theoretical approaches; Promoting health, safety and security in the work setting; Developing your practice through reflection and learning; Promoting effective communication; Care practice.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers including English and another English based subject, or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. References and personal statement. Relevant experience preferred.

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 HND or degree, or employment in the care sector.