Course Options
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Overview
This course teaches you the skills and knowledge needed for potential career opportunities within the NHS and the Care Sector, as well as providing a recognised entry qualification for Nursing, Midwifery or Occupational Therapy.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 7. For more information on the framework: visit www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/.
Minimum entry requirements
- Two Highers at Grade C or above including English; OR
- NPA Practical Skills plus 1 Higher; OR
- NC Level 6 Health & Social Care; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you’ll get the opportunity to find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area.
- You'll also need to provide a reference from your most recent educational provider (if you're in education) or employer.
What you study
You'll study:
- Anatomy & Physiology for Care Professionals.
- Therapeutic Relationships.
- Sociology and Health in Scotland.
- Professional Standards for Care Practitioners.
- Clinical Skills for Care Practitioners.
- Graded Unit.
After the course
Possible employment in the care sector both private or public.
Continuing Study
Possible progression to degrees in:-
- Adult Nursing.
- Mental Health Nursing.
- Child Nursing.
- Learning Disability Nursing.
- Midwifery.
- Occupational Therapy.
- BA Integrated Health & Social Care.
- BEd Social Services & Education.
How the course is taught
The course is taught using a variety of learning and teaching methods.
Dress code
Tunic and trousers when in placement.