Attendance/Duration
Short full-timeOverview
If you’re interested in learning about people and their needs - and exploring a career in health and social care – this level 4/5 course is a great place to start.
Entry Requirements
For entry to this course you’ll need:
- Minimum of 3 Level 4 qualifications
- A keen interest in care and caring qualities
If you don't have formal qualifications but have life experience, then we'll also consider you for a place, so please do apply.
- You may be asked to attend a telephone, online or on campus interview and complete a short written activity
This is a route to further courses and therefore to achieve success you need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work at the required level.
You should be aware that you will be asked to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme on all care course at level 6 or above and be occupationally fit for practice.
Course Content
You’ll learn why people need care services and how you can support their health and wellbeing, this will include.
- How the health and care system works in Scotland, and what jobs in care involve
- Basic health knowledge, including how the body works and how to check things like pulse and blood pressure
- How people grow and change, and how this affects their care needs
- How to build your confidence, independence, and people skills through personal projects
You’ll also hear from guest speakers, such as staff from the NHS and local care services.
Skills
You will develop skills that support you in life, work, and education — including communication, organisation, and time management.
Careers and Further Study
On completion of this course you may have the opportunity to progress onto Level 5 courses such as Health and Social Care Level 5 or Early Education and Childcare Level 5.
The course also helps you prepare for career options in the care sector.
Employers and Industry Links
The Health and Social Care workforce is the largest workforce in Scotland. More than 400,000 skilled and caring people work together to support the health and wellbeing of the people in Scotland. There are always numerous job and career opportunities available in these valuable roles.