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On this course, you will learn about the varied types of work within the health and social care sectors, as well as more about the roles played by industry professionals. You’ll also cover key areas of current practice in health and social care depending on the career you’re working towards. The course includes equality, diversity and rights in health and social care, human growth and development, safeguarding in health and social care, and communication in health and social care. A work placement is a mandatory part of your course, and you can also study GCSE/ functional skills maths and English alongside your level 2 qualification.
Topics and units
Units:
– Equality, diversity and rights
– Human growth and development
– Safeguarding and protection
– Communication
– Working in health and social care
– Anatomy and physiology
– Dementia awareness
Work placement opportunities:
Telford & Wrekin Council, Princess Royal Hospital, TACT, care homes and schools
Careers and progression
Progressing to: Level 3 studies, or employment apprenticeships with further studies attached
Aspirational careers: Nursing director, midwifery, paramedic, social worker, counsellor
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher, and a clean DBS check
Additional information
You will need to have a DBS check (fully funded by the college) so please collate all the evidence needed prior to starting the course. As part of our enrichment you will receive talks from guest speakers and former students. We also take students on trips and these can be fully funded depending on your household’s income. Trips include going to the slavery museum, and Shrewsbury Prison. We do ask all students to purchase a branded polo shirt for placement. University, voluntary and work experience opportunities are supported by our dedicated staff team to further your career.
What to do next
If you are interested in applying for this course, please click ‘apply now‘ on this page or at the top of any page, and create an website account or sign in an account you have already created and complete the application form.
To find out more information about our courses and college life, you can visit an open event to meet our team and check out our facilities for yourself.
Type
Full Time
Duration
1 Year
Campus
Haybridge Road, Telford
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