This course will help you develop your knowledge, communication and practical skills required by care professionals.

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  • What you will study

    You will study:

    • Human lifespan development
    • Health and social care values
    • Carrying out a research project in Health and Social Care 4 MANDATORY UNITS
    • Effective communication in health and social care
    • Care equality and diversity in health and social care
    • Care individual rights in health and social Care healthy living.

    Mayors Skills Academy Health and Social Care

  • Entry Requirements

    4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 (A*-D) (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification. Students will also need an advanced DBS clearance, and final selection is by interview and internal tests.

  • Assessment

    Assessment is by

    • Course work and assignments, which are both internally and externally assessed
    • Two external exams
    • You are required to attend college and a work placement in care homes youth settings, nurseries, schools, rehabilitation centres and nursing homes
  • Moving Forward

    Health and Social Care Level 3 Diploma 90

  • Duration

    1 Year

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Student Support

Starting college can be a giant leap if you have just finished school or are returning to education after a few years. We will make this transition as easy as possible, providing all the support you need to settle in

Financial Support

We are committed to supporting students in order for them to overcome any financial barriers to learning.

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