Health and Social Care - Technical Certificate

This vocational course uses theory with practice. Time will be spent in college learning knowledge then putting this theory into practise in placement.

Units studied include:

• Developing effective communication
• Equality and diversity
• Health, safety and security
• Development through the life stages
• Anatomy and Phycology
• Personal and professional development
• Nutrition
• Coping with change
• Dental care We have skilled placement officers who work with you to find two placements. Opportunities which could be in:
• Care homes
• Nursing homes
• Youth clubs
• Primary schools
• Nursery settings
• Rehabilitation centres
• Settings working with adults/children with a range of disabilities To enhance your experience we have a dedicated skills room and work closely with King’s university hospital.

• Be over 19
• Have either 4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D) (English and maths desirable) OR a Level 1 qualification.
• You will also need an advanced DBS clearance, and final selection is by interview and internal tests.

Assessment is by course work and assignments, which are both internally and externally assessed

Most students progress to the Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, having met the entry requirements of a merit grade, satisfactory completion of placement hours, and attendance at or above the college’s expectations. For those who do not continue to the second year, many move on to related employment or apprenticeships, gaining valuable hands-on experience in the field.

This course is taught on Fridays at 9am-5.00pm