This course is delivered in partnership with, co-written, and endorsed by East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust.
This qualification will suit students aged 16+ and pursuing a career in working within the Health and Social Care industry. It would suit learners who are looking to develop skills and knowledge for working within general Health Care and Social Care roles in the community; such as Support Worker, Care Assistant and Social Care Practitioner roles.
The course consists of 8 units:
- Service Provision and Roles within the Health and Social Care Industry
- Equality and inclusion in health, social care and children’s and young people’s settings
- Introduction to a Healthy Lifestyle
- Human Growth and Development
- Communication in Health and Social Care
- Play Activities for Young Children
- Safeguarding and protection in Health and Social Care for adults and children and young people, Early years and childcare
- Interview Skills
Alongside this course you will be required to study Maths, English and Personal Development (PD) as part of your study programme.
How you will be assessed
You will use a range of assessment methods to complete your knowledge and understanding, for example: posters, presentations, leaflets, workbooks, trips, practical activity planning and facilitating, interviews, group work and reflection.
Core skills covered
Learning, professionalism, adaptability, listening and interpersonal skills, teamwork and communication skills development.
Employer Engagement
The qualification is designed with industry job roles and duties in mind. We have guest speakers and employer/partner collaboration to enrich the learner experience as part of your course programme.
Progression
This qualification will support progression onto Level 2 Health and Social Care, apprenticeships, careers and work experience.
