Venues

Anniesland Campus, Cardonald Campus, Langside Campus

Content

This course is for those interested in a career in social care who may wish to undertake a formal qualification. It involves both practical and theoretical work.

You will undertake a work experience placement during the course. This course meets the criteria for Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) registration as a 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, and care practice.

Entry Requirements

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

You must have a minimum of 120 hours of relevant experience.

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.