What the course leads to
What courses can I do after this?
On successful completion of this course you could progress onto other level 2 courses including the Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification.
What jobs can I get?
This qualification does not qualify learners to work directly with adults, children or young people, but provides a starting point for deciding whether a career in the sector is right for them. Eventually, once you have also completed a level 2 qualification in either children or HSC then you may well be able to gain employment as an assistant practitioner in the caring sector.
What do I need to apply
To do this course you should have...
You will need to achieve GCSEs grades 3 - 1 including English and Maths. Alternatively successful completion of a Foundation Entry Level 3 qualification and have achieved a Level 1 in Functional Skills English and Maths.
What about work experience?
There may be an opportunity for students who are up to date with their coursework to attend a placement in the summer term. Please note that only those with a satisfactory DBS check will be able to attend a placement.
Course costs
| Course Code | Start Date | Costs 16-18 | Costs 19-23 (with concessions) | Costs 19+ (no concessions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP00301 | 02/09/2024 | £40.00 | N/A | N/A |
* Please note fees are subject to change.
Course content
Course Content
In class you will be working on topics including looking at the range of services and roles within the health and social care sector, communication, safeguarding, health and safety, healthy eating, job opportunities in health and social care, and many more.
You will be required to also study for your GCSE in English and/or Maths alongside your care course, in order to give you the best chance to progress to the level 2 if appropriate.
You will be taught in class by subject specialists and there will also be speaker’s from outside agencies who will be invited into the class to discuss various aspects of Health and Social Care in order to enhance your knowledge so that you will be able to complete your assignments to the best of your ability.
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Students will be expected to be in college for around 3 days a week between the hours of 9am - 4.30pm.
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More about the course
Gaining some experience prior to the start of the course is also very useful. Voluntary work at a local pre-school, residential home or day centre can provide an invaluable first step into industry and offer good preparation for the course.
For more information please contact neilsonc@bpc.ac.uk