NC in Health & Social Care SCQF Level 6
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Category: Early Education & Childcare, Social Care, Community Work and Healthcare 
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LENGTH
1 year
DESCRIPTION
This award is recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council, who were involved in its development. Learners may increase their employability skills by understanding their responsibilities in the workplace, develop self-evaluation skills and confidence in goal setting.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
For people with Standard Grades, relevant work experience or have successfully completed a relevant course at introductory level.
Please note that for all care courses involving work experience placement, an offer of a place is subject to a satisfactory check through Disclosure Scotland.
PROGRESSION ROUTES / CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
On successful completion students may progress onto the HNC in Social Care before proceeding onto the BA in Social Work at The Robert Gordon University. Full completion of the group award may offer progression to social work.
COURSE CONTENT INCLUDES
Values and Principles in Care (Higher course)
Psychology for Care (Higher course)
Sociology for Care (Higher course)
Understanding Mental Health and Mental Illness/Mental Health Higher course
Caring for People with Dementia
Skills for Work (higher course)
Work placement
AT WHICH COLLEGE CENTRE WILL I STUDY?
CONTACT
Tel: 01224 342833
email: care@abcol.ac.ukTO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE:
Or complete this application form and send it to the following address:
The Admissions Manager,
Aberdeen College,
FREEPOST AB580,
Gallowgate Centre,
Aberdeen AB25 1ZQ
