Care Practices

Whether you are seeking an exciting and fulfilling career on the frontline of health and social care or are already employed in the field, this course will help you gain expertise in modern health and social care contexts, preparing you for a rewarding professional career in a dynamic and high-demand field.

Addressing individuals' care needs is crucial them to lead fulfilling and enjoyable lives. Providing education, support, treatment, and professional guidance in any setting can make a significant difference for people of all ages when they need it most.

This course covers integrated working, evidence-based practice, and professional development, along with key biological, social, and psychological concepts in healthcare. With a strong emphasis on person-centred and compassionate care, you will learn about health behaviour theories to improve support in health and social care services.

This course will provide opportunities:

• to progress to the next level of study: 1 year to convert your Certificate into a Diploma in Higher Education—Care practices

• to gain employment in the Voluntary Sector, Domiciliary Care, Residential Care, Assisted Independent Living, Probationary work and Police work.

The course content, includes: Communication and Interpersonal Interaction, Person centred care, Anatomy and Physiology, Care
Practice and Current Issues in Health and Social Care.

You will learn via taught lessons / practical classes / self-directed study/ seminars/ blended learning the underpinning concepts of care practice essential to the course.

Assessment takes place via continual assessment / coursework / written assignments / examinations. You will be supporting in meeting the demands of assessed work by module tutors, personal tutor, H.E. study coach and wider student support services.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS