This course introduces knowledge needed by practitioners in the Health, Early Years Education and Social Care sectors. Students explore settings and services, analyse how these meet the needs of client groups, and analyse how legislation protects the rights of vulnerable groups. Students also discuss current social problems and learn how historic cases have helped inform modern provision.

Leading to careers in:

A Health and Social Care qualification will not only enable access to Higher Education courses ranging from midwifery to social policy, but also health sciences such as biomedical science. It will also provide a route to large number of healthcare roles such as health care assistant, pathology laboratory assistant or youth worker.

Are you interested in:

• Who is responsible for the quality of care in public services?
• The importance of individual needs and choice in care provision?
• Supporting people to live with long-term conditions?
• Ensuring equal and fair access to health and social care services?

Additional entry requirements:

None

Course details:

AAQ Health and Social Care