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Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care

Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care

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The Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills to work in the Health and Social Care sector. It aims to focus on the study of the social care sector, offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge, skills and behaviours and to provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills. The qualification is equivalent to three A-Levels, which means that when you have finished the course, you may choose to go into full-time employment or higher education. Work placement is an essential and mandatory part of the course and is well regarded by universities and employers.

  • Entry Requirements


    Four GCSEs A*-C/9-4 including English Language or mathematics. Selection is by interview and a satisfactory reference is required.

  • Course Content


    Learners will experience both classroom-based and practical learning through work placement. Units include: Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care Learning Disabilities Safeguarding Communication in health and social care Personal and Professional Development Prevention and Control of Infection Understanding Anatomy and Physiology

  • Progression Next Steps


    Progress into skilled employment in areas such as a care worker, personal assistant, community support and outreach worker or an activities coordinator. You can also progress to university to study the following degrees: nursing, health care, social work, social care and counselling.

  • Course Structure


    All students will complete a minimum of 30 hours of work placement to help confirm their career pathway, contextualise new skills and knowledge and develop attitudes and behaviours needed in the sector specific workplace. Many students have even met their future employers whilst on placement.

  • Assessment Details


    You will be assessed through a range of assessment methods including assignments, projects, presentations, professional discussions and in-class practical/placement assessments.