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Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care (NCFE/CACHE)

at South Bank Colleges, London · college

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Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate36 weeksFull time

What the college says

The Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care is designed to provide you with a direct route to higher-level qualifications and Higher Education, and give you access to a world of highly-rewarding careers in the health and social care sector. Youll develop specialist knowledge and skills by undertaking practical work-based learning, and will gain a deeper understanding of the principles and theories that surround the health and social care sector, via academic study. In addition to your college-based learning, youll spend a minimum of 75 hours on a work placement in a professional health and social care setting. Suitable work placement environments include residential care homes, nursing homes, childrens centres, supported or sheltered accommodation, domiciliary and community care, residential and special schools, hospitals, and specialised voluntary groups.Key areas of study include the role of the health and social care practitioner in meeting individuals needs through inclusive practice; theories of human growth and development; the role and responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to safeguarding individuals; the role and responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to infection prevention and control; functions of national and local health and social care provision; and identifying and planning for professional development needs.This course can be studied as a standalone qualification - providing you with the

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 which include either English Language/Literature or Maths or Distinction/Merit on a Level 2 Diploma.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • London South Bank Technical College

    Belmore St, London, SW8 2JY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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