NC LEVEL 5 HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
This course is a good option for those who are interested in developing the knowledge and skills needed for working in the health and social care professions.
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What the course includes
The course includes:
- Social influences
- Human development and behaviour
- Special needs and support services
- Mental health issues
- Communication, numeracy and IT
You will learn about the values and principles of health and social care, and gain a volunteering skills award.
Why choose this course
You will develop employability skills through volunteering.
Entry requirements
- Four National 4 or Intermediate 1 qualifications, one of which must be English, or equivalent
- Supporting statement
- Applicants must be eligible for PVG scheme membership.
We may consider application from people who do not have these qualifications.
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Where it leads
Education: NC health and social care level 6 or other NQ higher-level courses within West Lothian College.
Employment: roles in health and social care
Interview arrangements
If we invite you for interview, plan to be in college for around two hours.
Please bring evidence of qualifications already gained and a pre-prepared personal statement (maximum of 200 words) which includes:
- What attracts you to health and social care as a profession
- The qualities you have that would make you suited to a career in care
- Your goals for the future
- Any other relevant information to support your application
The interview involves:
- Individual discussion
- Group discussion
Fees, Finance & Funding
There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds.Click here to find out more
Take that next step in your career and apply for this course today. If the course is not yet open for applications, register your interest or feel free to ask any questions by clicking make an enquiry.