The Diploma in Health and Social Care is a two-year course equivalent to 2 A Levels. The course will lead to a highly specialized work-related qualification where you will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you to progress to employment or continue to study in Higher Education. Students will benefit from a number of unique course features: 1. Opportunity to gain work experience with local employers 2. Tutors who have industry experience across a range of specialisms. 3. Development of employability skills valued by health and social care sector. 4. Close links with HE institutions with opportunities to visit for ‘taster’ days.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 including English and / or Maths at a minimum of level 4. A satisfactory enhanced DBS check will be essential.
Students will be assessed by a mixture of coursework (58%), an exam and controlled assessment (42%). Controlled assessment involves completing an assignment in exam conditions with support material.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Trafford |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Manchester Road, Altrincham, WA14 5PQ |
The Diploma in Health and Social Care is a two-year course equivalent to 2 A Levels. The course will lead to a highly specialized work-related qualification where you will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you to progress to employment or continue to study in Higher Education. Students will benefit from a number of unique course features: 1. Opportunity to gain work experience with local employers 2. Tutors who have industry experience across a range of specialisms. 3. Development of employability skills valued by health and social care sector. 4. Close links with HE institutions with opportunities to visit for ‘taster’ days.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 including English and / or Maths at a minimum of level 4. A satisfactory enhanced DBS check will be essential.
Students will be assessed by a mixture of coursework (58%), an exam and controlled assessment (42%). Controlled assessment involves completing an assignment in exam conditions with support material.