What this course is about:
This is a two-year course which covers different aspects of health and social care. It will equip you with the necessary skills, knowledge and understanding of how to provide high-quality care and support to others. As well as this, communication skills that are vital for providing quality care.
What you will study:
Principles of health and social care
• Equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings
• Managing hazards, health and safety in health and social care settings
• Legislation in health and social care settings
• Best practice in health and social care settings
Anatomy and physiology for health and social care
• Cardiovascular system
• Respiratory system
• Digestive system
• Musculoskeletal system
• Control and regulatory systems
• Reproductive system
Person-centred approach to care
• Taking a person-centred approach
• Meeting needs and providing support in a person-centred way
• Communication skills needed to offer person-centred care
Supporting people with mental health conditions
• Definitions and views of mental health
• Mental health conditions
• Provision of mental health services
• Treatment and support for mental health conditions
Supporting people in relation to sexual health, pregnancy and postnatal health
• Advice and guidance on sexual health issues
• Advice and guidance on pregnancy, birth and post-natal issues
• Plan, deliver and review an advice and guidance session
Supporting healthy nutrition and lifestyles
• Dietary and activity needs of individuals
• Factors that influence dietary choices and physical activity levels
• Supporting individuals to plan meals that meet their needs
How you will be assessed:
A combination of external examinations and internally set coursework.
What it will prepare you for:
Both the subject-specific knowledge, understanding, and skills, and broader transferable skills developed in this qualification will help you progress into a career in nursing and healthcare.
In addition, students will be prepared to undertake apprenticeships in the following careers:
• District nurse
• Social care
• Mental health advisor
• Social worker
• Dental nurse