Social Care - SCQF Level 5

This course will provide students with a firm understanding of the expectations and values involved in care roles but has a slight bias towards subjects

Provider

North East Scotland College, Aberdeen

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This course is available on the North East Scotland College website.

Description

Why take this course?

We are looking for thoughtful and considerate individuals who care about supporting others who may be vulnerable and in need of social care interventions. If you are a school leaver, looking to get back into employment after a break or would like a career change into the discipline of social care, this is a great starting point for you.

You should enjoy diverse group interaction and be mature enough to work on your own initiative. We look for individuals who are enthusiastic with a positive attitude to learning and can show commitment to this one year course.

What you will experience

The course introduces a variety of care professions across statutory, voluntary and private settings
The principles, and legislations that underpin social care, psychology and sociology
Mental health issues and essential skills in communication
Employability skills
National 5 Care qualification

About North East Scotland College

North East Scotland College is the single largest provider of vocational education and training in the North East of Scotland.

We have a course to suit everyone; whether you’re fresh out of school, currently working, returning to education or simply want to try something new – whatever your educational or occupational background, an opportunity awaits at NESCol.

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