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Course Code | LP01279 |
Location | Deeside |
Duration | Full Time, The course can be completed in two years to achieve the Extended Diploma, which provides the equivalent of three A-levels. There’s an exit point after year one where you can achieve the Foundation Diploma. Assessment methods include internal assignments, case studies, and external examinations. |
Department | Health & Social Care |
Start Date | 01 Sep 2027 |
End Date | 16 Jun 2028 |
Course Overview
This course is designed to prepare you for a fulfilling career in the health and social care sector. It's equivalent to three A-levels, giving you a strong academic foundation for your future.
What You'll Study:
Over two years, you'll delve into a diverse range of topics, developing essential knowledge, skills, and understanding relevant to health and social care services. The curriculum covers current issues in the sector, principles of care and safe practice, factors affecting individual growth and development, promoting rights, supporting individuals at risk, and working within the healthcare sector.
To further enhance your university applications, you'll have the chance to complete extended units, including science elements, to achieve the equivalent of three A-levels. For those who need it, we also offer a part-time Biology GCSE resit in the evenings.
New learners will also complete the HSC Core qualification alongside the Level 3 program, preparing them for work in the sector.
Hands-on Experience:
A significant part of this course involves practical placement experience. You'll complete a minimum of 150 hours in a relevant setting during your first year and continue your placement into your second year.
What You'll Study:
Over two years, you'll delve into a diverse range of topics, developing essential knowledge, skills, and understanding relevant to health and social care services. The curriculum covers current issues in the sector, principles of care and safe practice, factors affecting individual growth and development, promoting rights, supporting individuals at risk, and working within the healthcare sector.
To further enhance your university applications, you'll have the chance to complete extended units, including science elements, to achieve the equivalent of three A-levels. For those who need it, we also offer a part-time Biology GCSE resit in the evenings.
New learners will also complete the HSC Core qualification alongside the Level 3 program, preparing them for work in the sector.
Hands-on Experience:
A significant part of this course involves practical placement experience. You'll complete a minimum of 150 hours in a relevant setting during your first year and continue your placement into your second year.
Applying from a school in Wales: 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, to include: English Language and Literature, or Cymraeg Language and Literature (First Language) (Single or Double Award) and Mathematics and Numeracy (Double Award).
Applying from a school in England: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, to include: GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Maths at Level 2.
Progressing Learners:
Progressing Learners (already at the College): Successful completion of a relevant Level 2 programme, plus appropriate qualifications in Communication and Numeracy, or their GCSE equivalent.
Learners who have not yet completed the Level 2 Health and Social Care Core will also complete this qualification alongside their level 3.
At Coleg Cambria we would encourage you to do the very best that you can in your exams. The better your grades the more options you will have, and may result in you gaining entry onto a higher level course
Applying from a school in England: 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, to include: GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics, or Functional Skills Maths at Level 2.
Progressing Learners:
Progressing Learners (already at the College): Successful completion of a relevant Level 2 programme, plus appropriate qualifications in Communication and Numeracy, or their GCSE equivalent.
Learners who have not yet completed the Level 2 Health and Social Care Core will also complete this qualification alongside their level 3.
At Coleg Cambria we would encourage you to do the very best that you can in your exams. The better your grades the more options you will have, and may result in you gaining entry onto a higher level course
The course can be completed in two years to achieve the Extended Diploma, which provides the equivalent of three A-levels. There’s an exit point after year one where you can achieve the Foundation Diploma. Assessment methods include internal assignments, case studies, and external examination.
Upon completion, you’ll be well-prepared for direct employment in various roles, such as HCA (Healthcare Assistant), Physio Aide, Project Worker, or Ambulance Technician.
This qualification also provides an excellent foundation for higher education, opening doors to a wide range of university courses like Social Work, Teaching, Health Promotion, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Midwifery, Nursing, and Radiography.
This qualification also provides an excellent foundation for higher education, opening doors to a wide range of university courses like Social Work, Teaching, Health Promotion, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Midwifery, Nursing, and Radiography.
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