Health & Social Care Diploma Level 2
Subject : Health & Social Care
| Course Code 9004982
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Course Overview
The Edexcel Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care is designed to provide opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge which are transferable and will enable individuals to meet changing circumstances, whether these arise from a shift in their own status or employment, or general changes in care practice, provision or environment. It also provides opportunities for learners to gain a nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification to enter employment as a care worker.
| Start Date |
Duration |
Venue |
| September 2011 |
1 Year |
Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX |
Who The Course is for
Those who wish to gain a recognised qualification in Care and who would like to progress onto a Level 3 course.
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 4 compulsory units plus 4 optional units.
• Communication in Health & Social Care
• Individual Rights in Health & Social Care
• Individual needs in Health & Social Care
• Ensuring Safe Environments in Health & Social Care
Functional skills in English, Maths and it will also be studied as an integral part of the course.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 3 GCSE’s at Grade D or above. Candidate 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.
West Lancashire College will also accept credits previously gained through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
Learning & Assessment Methods
Assessment will be by continuous assessment of assignment work, projects, case studies and practical activities. There are no external exams.
Qualifications Gained
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Functional Skills in English, Maths or IT
Progression Opportunities
Successful completion of the course may allow progression to the Edexcel Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care.
Career Opportunities
This course will help you gain employment in the health and social care area. It provides a basis for further study and will help you develop the skills essential for working in the caring services.
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.