BTEC Introductory Diploma Health and Social Care - Level 1 - SIH91F0
BTEC Introductory Diploma
Health & Social Care - Level 1
Course Code: SIH91F0
Is this the right course for me?
The Introductory Diploma in Health and Social Care aims to introduce you to the health and social care sector. As a student you will learn a range of employability skills and techniques for future employment. You will also develop personal qualities and attitudes essential for working life. In addition to the main qualification you will have the opportunity to visit different services in the local areas and to meet a range of health and social care professionals to help you learn more about working within this occupational area.
What do I need to join the course?
- A profile of GCSEs at grade E - G or above
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills at an appropriate level
- Two appropriate references (standard reference form will be issued to the students by the college) including character reference and reference related to work experience undertaken within this vocational area. For progressing students a character reference must come from a current personal tutor/course leader and a second reference from a supervisor on final placement of current course
- Satisfactory interview with course tutor
- Final acceptance onto the course is subject to satisfactory Occupational Health Assessment
What does the course involve?
Core Units (all units)
Unit 1: Starting Work in Health and Social Care
Unit 2: Working in Health and Social Care
Unit 3: Developing skills in Health and Social Care
Personal Skills Units (2 units)
Unit 4: Personal Effectiveness
Unit 5: Social Responsibility at Work
Vocational Units (3 units)
Unit 7: Looking after Children
Unit 8: Images of People
Unit 9: Health and the Environment
In addition to these units, students will normally complete Key Skills in Communication, IT and Application of Number.
Can I take any additional qualifications?
No
How will I be assessed?
Suffolk New College offers a flexible approach to assessment whilst maintaining rigorous standards.
The award of the qualification is dependent upon satisfactory completion of all course work and assignments for all units studied.
When does term start?
Week commencing Monday 6th September 2010.
How many hours per week do I have to attend College for?
This is a full time course. Successful completion of this course will require a combination of self study and tutor directed study. Normally you will spend a minimum of 13 hours tutor directed study every week plus 3 hours key skills and tutorials. Students can expect to spend up to 10 hours outside of college time completing course work.
What can I do when I complete the course?
Normally students who achieve a merit profile at the end of the course and who gain Key Skills Communication and Application of Number at level 1 or above are eligible to progress onto the next level of study. This could include the First Diploma in Health and Social Care or other Level 1 and Level 2 provision.
What are the costs? (This information is subject to change)
Tuition Costs: No tuition fees are payable, however, those aged 19 and over at 31 August 2010 will pay a £1200 fee inclusive of external and internal registration fees.
Will I have to pay any additional costs?
There will be a charge of £30 for resources which includes the core text book (which we obtain at a discounted rate). Students may be asked to contribute to visits and additional qualifications.
What Support is Available for me?
People on means tested benefits should seek advice from Admissions or The Link - Student Support. Financial assistance may be available from the Learner Support Fund to help with essential items needed to support learning, e.g. text books.
Education Maintenance Allowance is a weekly payment of £10, £20 or £30 a week to support young people aged 16, 17 and 18 while in full time education. Further information and how to apply may be found on the EMA website at http//ema.direct.gov.uk or by calling the helpline on 0800 121 8989. You should also be able to get an application form from your school, Connexions or by contacting the Information Team.
Adult Learning Grant (ALG) is a weekly payment of up to £30 to support adults aged 19 or over whilst in full-time education.
Further information and details of how you can apply can be found on the ALG website at: www.direct.gov.uk/alg or by calling the learndirect advice line on 0800 100 900. Application packs are also available from the College.
Suffolk New College has a range of support services available for learners with learning difficulties and/or physical difficulties/disabilities. Further information is available on the College website: www.suffolk.ac.uk or by contacting The Link - Student Support on (01473) 382800 who will arrange an appointment for you with a specialist adviser.
How do I apply?
Complete a College application form, which is available in the Suffolk New College Prospectus, from the College Website: www.suffolk.ac.uk or by contacting the Information Team on (01473) 382211. The form can also be downloaded in PDF version and sent to feadmissions@suffolk.ac.uk
Following acknowledgement of your application you will be invited to attend a programme guidance session when you will be able to find out more about the course and to discuss any support needs you may have. An offer may be made which would be subject to you achieving all of the entry requirements.
Should you require this Course Information Sheet in a different format, for example in a larger font or electronically, please contact the Information Team on (01473) 382211. They will be happy to help
This Information Sheet is for promotional purposes only and is not intended to form part of the agreement between the College and students.
The information contained within this Information Sheet is correct at 30 October 2009.