Health and Social Care - SCQF 6 NQ
What is special about this course?
A great opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills required for a career in the health care or social care professions. You also study for a Higher Care Group Award in Health Care and Social Care.
Entry requirements
Seven qualifications with at least five at National 5 or successful completion of Intermediate 2 Care. If you don’t meet our entry requirements, your previous experience and credentials may still qualify you for this course. Please arrange an appointment with a member of college staff to discuss your eligibility. Your application and interview will form part of the selection process. All applicants will be required to successfully pass a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.
Subjects studied include human development and social influence, IT, numeracy and communications at National 6 level. This course provides a voluntary experience and completion of the course would enable you to achieve the Scottish Group Award.
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
Face to face teaching; online and independent study.
How long will my course last?
1 YearWhere can I study my course?
- Perth College UHI
Start date
September
Fees
Most full-time students will have their fees paid.
Students on part-time courses may also be eligible to have their course fees waived.
What can I do on completion of my course?
You can apply for a range of Perth College UHI courses including HNC Care and Administrative Practice; HNC Social Care; HNC Social Sciences; BA Social Sciences; BA Child and Youth Studies.
A degree in nursing. Previous students have found the experience they got on placements to be extremely beneficial in gaining employment in roles such as health or social care assistants.
Is there more information available online?
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