Health and Social Care

Are you interested in mental health and wellbeing? Have you thought that you are suited to counselling? Then this course could be a first step towards that goal

• A real interest in working with people and good interpersonal skills  
• Five relevant National 5s at C or above or equivalent including English and ideally Maths/Numeracy OR a recent and relevant NQ course at SCQF Level 5 or equivalent 
• Applicants whose first language is not English should have a minimum SQA ESOL Higher or equivalent.  
• You should be aware that students choosing to study care courses will be asked to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme  

Selection 

• A personal statement in which you should explain your motivation for studying this course and describe the skills, qualities, and life experiences you would bring to the course.  
• An individual or group interview. 
• Suitable references on request 

This course introduces learners to basic counselling theory and skills before helping them to develop a more in-depth knowledge of counselling theory for practice. Good communication skills are essential to counselling and they will be a valuable feature of the course. Other content includes: 

• Social Influences and the social behaviour of people 
• Human Development and Behaviour 
• Values and Principles 
• Substance Use and Misuse 

 There will be a particular focus on mental health and further relevant units of study will consolidate a varied and interesting curriculum. 

Successful learners may also choose to continue their education with courses such as: -  

• HNC Counselling 
•  HNC Social Services  
•  HNC Healthcare Practice 

Counselling Skills 

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills 

Team and Project work skills 

Time Management skills 

Academic skills 

We have links with employers who support the following needs of individuals: 

• Health  
• Mental Health  
• Learning Disabilities 
• Education 
• Homelessness 
• Addictions and Recovery 
• Trauma 
• Loss and bereavement 

• HNC Counselling 
• HNC Next Generation Social Services 
• HNC Healthcare Practice