If you are interested in a career in the health sector such as nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy etc, then this course could be for you. It will give you an A level equivalent qualification (equivalent to 3 A levels), vocational work experience and will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to employment or (increasingly) into higher education. Recent students have gone on to study at Coventry University (Occupational Therapy, Childhood and Youth Studies) Northampton University (Primary Teaching) and at Liverpool University (Early years and Psychology). This is a Study Programme course which, if successful, leads to the 90 credit qualification over one year and progression to the full 180 credit qualification over 2 years. Successful completion of the Diploma qualification will enable you to apply to university or to progress into health and social care employment. Larisa Hine joined City College from Finham Park and finished her course with us in 2012. She progressed to a nursing degree course at Nottingham University where she has been awarded a First Class Honours Degree. With a choice of job offers and progression to her Masters degree Larisa is a great example of what can be achieved. The course will provide you with the foundation skills needed to work with a range of different client groups within the Health and Social Care sector. You will be provided with the opportunity to learn in the classroom, online and within health and social care placements. You will learn and develop skills in the following key areas: •Anatomy and Physiology •Communications •Equality and Diversity •Health and Safety •Life Stages •Personal and Professional Development •Psychology •Public Health •Sociology
Name: LV3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE (PROG) Qualification title: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment This course is assessed through written assignments and completion of placement hours. For 16-18 year olds this course is a Study Programme which consists of: •Vocational Qualification •Work Experience •Tutorial •Maths* •English* * If you do not gain GCSE grades C or above in English and Maths you will automatically be put on these courses when you enrol on your Study Programme. There is a pathway for those aged over 19+ which leads to just the Health & Social Care qualification. If you are an adult student, you will need to pay for a DBS check before you start your placement. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150930 12:23:27 Updated 20160107 08:37:42
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CITY COLLEGE COVENTRY
Further Education
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Title: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Qualification: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Classification: Health, Public Services and Care