Health & Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3

Subject : Health & Social Care | Course Code 9004981 | Print Version

Course Overview

This is a two year course designed to give students a recognised qualification in health and social care providing the knowledge, skills and understanding required for Higher Education, or employment.

Start Date Duration Venue
September 2011 2 years Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX

Who The Course is for

The Edexcel Level 3 Diploma in Health, Social Care & Early Years is ideal for anyone who wishes to enter a health or social care related profession or progress to higher education in a health or social care related field e.g. nursing, social work, midwifery or paramedic.

Successful students tend to:
• enjoy working closely with people
• be able to relate to people
• understand the needs of others
• be caring and patient and able to stay calm under pressure.

Course Content

Students will study 8 compulsory units:

• Developing Effective Communication in Health & Social Care
• Equality, Diversity & Rights in Health & Social Care
• Health, Safety & Security in Health & Social Care
• Development through the Life Stages
• Anatomy & Physiology for Health & Social Care
• Sociology Perspectives for Health & Social Care
• Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care
• Psychological Perspectives for Health & Social Care
PLUS a range of specialist units on topics such as:
• Working in the Social Care Sector
• Working in the Health Sector
• Promoting Health Education
• Nutrition for Health and Social Care
• Introduction to Counselling in a Health & Social Care Context
• Dealing with Challenging Behaviour
• Health Psychology
• Applied Psychological Perspectives for Health and Social Care
• Public Health
• Caring for Individuals with Additional Needs

Functional skills in English and Maths will also be studied as an integral part of the course.
There will be a period of compulsory work experience within this qualification.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, (preferably including English and /or maths); or a First Diploma at a merit or distinction in a related subject or other appropriate Level 2 qualification. Candidates will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and we will be looking for an appropriate standard of English and maths. We are interested in your enthusiasm and commitment to succeed.

You may be required to obtain a satisfactory Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) Check and two references (one of which needs to be from your school).

West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

Learning & Assessment Methods

All units will be assessed by internally set assignments. There are no examinations. Candidates must achieve a minimum of a pass grade in all of the units.

Qualifications Gained

Edexcel Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care (equal to 3 A Levels grade A-E).
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Functional Skills

Progression Opportunities

Successful students can progress onto a relevant Higher Education course.

If you successfully complete a level 3 course at West Lancashire College we will offer you a place on an appropriate Foundation Degree at Newcastle College (subject to satisfactory interview or course audition).

Career Opportunities

Students with a Level 3 Diploma / Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care have access to a wide range of career opportunities including a Foundation Degree or Higher Level study to become a Nurse, Social Worker, Midwife or Paramedic.

Course Costs

If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.

If you are 19 or over please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.

If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact the Learner Zone (see contact details below) who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.

*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.

How to Apply

Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.

Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:

In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
                

By Phone: (01695) 52300

By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk

By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR

Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.