Course Overview
This course can either be studied at Wakefield College, Castleford College or Selby College.This Health and Social Care study programmes provide the knowledge needed when working in a health and social care environments, caring for young people, adults, and the elderly.
The programme covers a wide range of areas including; supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health care procedures.
Level 1 learners will visit care settings with their tutor or have guest speakers within the College, to gain an understanding of the skills and professional behaviours required when working in the care industry.
The average salary you could expect to earn working in the Health and Social Care sector is from the minimum wage for a care assistant up to £30,000 for a setting manager.
Please Note: Work placement opportunities will be available at all levels.
Your learning will take place through a wide range of activities including written assignments (including leaflet and poster making), practical activities, discussions, visiting speakers, tutor presentations, group work, workshops, creating materials and resources, and practical experience in both the classroom and if appropriate within a Health & Social Care setting.
What You Will Study
This course will cover a range of the topics and units at each level, some of which are listed below:
- Development through Play
- Equality and Diversity
- Safeguarding
- Human Growth and Development
- Effective Communication
- Healthy Eating
- How You Will Be Assessed
At Level 1 you will be assessed by a range of methods including oral questioning, portfolio building, posters, written assignments practical tasks.
- Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements.
- Further Study
On completion with the appropriate pass and English and Maths grades you can progress through the levels. For example learners completing Level 1, who follow college rules, and are progressing in Maths and English will be offered a place on Level 2.
