Certificate in Skills for Working in Health Level 2

<p>This course will help you to gain the skills to work in a variety of Health Care-related jobs or to progress to a Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma course and then to university. At the end of this course, you will gain the Level 2 Certificate in Skills in Further Study in Health. This qualification has been developed with employers, training providers and subject matter experts to best support you.</p>

<p>Subjects you will study include:</p>

<ul>
<li>Biology – diet and nutrition and cardiovascular system</li>
<li>Psychology – introduction to psychology, social psychology and an introduction to understanding mental health</li>
<li>Healthcare - communication in healthcare practice</li>
<li>Core Skills – essay writing, academic referencing and presentation skills</li>
</ul>

<p>To achieve this qualification, you will need to complete 25 credits and be able to attend for 2 days per week.</p>

<p>You can also study English and Maths alongside this course if you do not already have a Level 2 qualification in these subjects.</p>

<p>You will need to complete a starting points activity to check you have the right skills to successfully achieve the course. You will then be offered an interview with a teacher to discuss the course in more detail and how this course will benefit you and your future goals.</p>

<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3AU</p>

<p>• You will be starting on the path towards the career of your dreams or towards gaining the skills to go to university</p>

<p>• You will gain skills and a qualification valued by employers and training providers</p>

<p>• You will gain a valuable addition to your CV to help you get a job, help you to get a better job or to</p>

<p>progress to university</p>

<p>• You will study in an adult environment with support from a dedicated student services team </p>

<p>• Many students will be able to access financial support e.g., course fees, resources, travel, childcare, laptop loan </p>

<p>• All the teachers are experts in their subject, fully qualified and experienced </p>

<p>• We get excellent feedback from students </p>

<p>• You will be given a FREE Microsoft 365 account </p>

<p>Most sessions will be delivered face-to-face over 2 days per week. There will be planned lessons, discussions, group activities, research, tutorials, and practical activities giving you the best experience and prepare you in the best way for a move onto the next level of course or into employment.  Up to 25% of your course will be independent learning that will involve you carrying out activities outside of the classroom. </p>

<p>If you are studying maths and/or English, you will need to attend an additional half-day per week for each subject. </p>

<p>Learning support is available if you have a learning disability, let us know on your application if you require support. </p>

<p>Assessment takes place throughout your study in the form of written assignments or presentations. Your teacher will set assignments for you on a regular basis and will give you feedback on how well you are doing.  </p>

<p>You will have an Individual Learning Plan which will be used to record your targets and progress. There are no examinations; you will submit assignments that will be assessed by your teacher and moderated  externally by the Aim Qualification and Assessment Group.</p>

<p>For many students the course will be free. Please contact Student Services to check your eligibility.  </p>

<p>You will need to supply your own writing materials such as pens, paper and folders but you may be able to loan a laptop and a MiFi to enable you to learn at home.  </p>

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<p>On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the:</p>

<ul>
<li>Aim Qualification and Assessment Group Level 2 Certificate in Skills for Further Study in Health Industries.</li>
</ul>

<ul>
<li>Progression to a Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma in the Health Professions, Social Science or Social Work.</li>
<li>Progression to a variety of employment opportunities in Health and Social Care including:</li>
</ul>

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<p>               Care Worker (£20,000 to £25,000) </p>

<p>               Senior Care Worker (£24,000 to £29, 000) </p>

<p>               Care Home Manager (£25,000 to £55,000) </p>

<p>For further information or careers or educational advice please contact our Student Services Team:</p>

<p>01902 558180 | <a href="mailto:enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk">enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> | <a href="http://www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk/">www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> </p>

<p>For free Course and Career Advice go to: <a href="https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/">https://www.life-pilot.co.uk/</a> </p>

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