The curriculum focuses on equipping learners with the practical skills, technical knowledge and professional behaviours required to enter the work force or progress to higher education.
Students explore key regulatory guidelines, risk assessment methodologies and effective care planning while developing essential workplace skills like communication, leadership and critical thinking.
There are 23 mandatory units that range from care and support planning to understanding anatomy and physiology.
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Entry requirements
- A minimum of a Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and a minimum of a Grade 3 in GCSE Maths
- You will be required to apply for an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Learners will need to commit to a mandatory work placement in a relevant care setting. The minimum amount required is 100 hours per year.
- A minimum of a Grade 4 in GCSE English Language and a minimum of a Grade 3 in GCSE Maths
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Who is the course for?
This course is aimed at 16-18 year olds and is ideal for learners who want to build a career in the social care sector.
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Study methods
- Portfolio of assignment-based coursework
- Observation assessments
- Professional discussions.
- Portfolio of assignment-based coursework
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How is the course assessed?
- The qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured by the Awarding Body NCFE Cache
- Grading: The grading for this qualification is Pass, Merit, Distinction.
- The qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured by the Awarding Body NCFE Cache
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More information
Students are required to pay £40.00 in Material Fees – to pay for a sweatshirt and polo shirt that are required to be worn both at college and in placement.
Students are expected to be in college 3-4 days per week and in placement 1-2 days per week. Prospective students can apply online and will be subject to an interview process for this course.
We have established links with many care settings in the Richmond Borough and beyond who offer supportive work placements to students.
Students can expect an array of enrichment activities, competitions, charity fundraising and guest speakers from the industry, as well as trips to places such as the Science Museum, Thorpe Park and Winter Wonderland. -
Where Next – Job Opportunities
Upon successful completion, learners can find roles as:
- Adult Care Worker
- Support Worker
- Personal Assistant
- Outreach Worker.
- Adult Care Worker
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Where Next – Further Studies
Upon completion, learners can:
- Progress to Higher Education
- Progress to a Degree Apprenticeship.?
- Progress to Higher Education
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How to apply
To apply for a course either click the APPLY NOW button - fill out the form online and submit
OR download an application form here and post it to the address on the form.
When we have received your application we will contact you to arrange an interview time.
