PREPARATION FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
This course provides a grounding for those wanting to work in the health and social care professions. It gives various options for progression, and involves classroom study and work experience.
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What the course includes
The course includes:
- Health and safety
- Sociology
- Psychology
- First aid
- Roles and responsibilities
- Values and principles in care
You will get the chance to learn about various health and social care settings.
Why choose this course
You will develop employability skills through experience in the workplace.
Entry requirements
- No formal qualifications
- Applicants must be eligible for PVG scheme membership.
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Where it leads
Education: SCQF level 5 courses in health and social care or other level 5 courses at West Lothian College.
Employment: in health and social care settings as a support worker.
Interview arrangements
An information session which includes:
- Individual discussion
- Group discussion
You should 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 your:
- Qualifications
- Work experience/volunteering experience/life experience
- Personal qualities and interests
- Reasons for applying for the course
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.