This course is for anyone thinking about a career in healthcare and social services. It gives you the chance to learn skills and gain practical experience valued by employers. You’ll close the gap between the classroom and the workplace, and find out more about the world of work.
Duration: 1 year
Tuesday and Thursday 1:30pm-4:30pm
Placement 1 day per week
Some Friday pm attendance
The first year of the course covers:
You will complete a National Progression Award (NPA) at SCQF level 6 in social services and healthcare and gain experience of working with care service users.
In the second year, you will complete the mandatory units of the SVQ in social services and healthcare while on placement, for example in a day centre or residential home for older adults.
You will get the chance to learn through practical activities, talks, visits and placements.
Education: Modern Apprenticeship (fast-track); SVQ 3 in social care/similar; progression to HNC in social care or healthcare; and to degree-level study in health care/social services such as nursing.
Employment: within healthcare or social services in areas such as occupational therapy, nursing or healthcare support.
We will invite you to an interview which involves:
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