Or Application Form & Reference Form to be returned to Student Services
This is a study programme which enables you to develop knowledge and skills for the Health and Social Care sector. You will learn by completing assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations.
This Diploma course is equivalent to four GCSEs (grade A* - C or grade 4 or above). Both are accredited at level 2 in the National Qualification Framework. Work placement for this qualification is a compulsory part of this course. All students will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosing and Barring Service check (DBS), certain convictions will prevent potential students completing essential parts of the course. This course will provide you with a detailed knowledge of the Health and Social Care sector. You will complete units including:
This course is assessed by assignments and course work.
Are you aged 16-18?
Study programmes are full-time courses for 16-18 year olds which include:
- A qualification such as BTEC Extended Diploma
- Meaningful work experience or preparation for work
- English and maths, if you don't already have GCSE grade A* - C in English and maths
- Non-study activities such as tutorials, voluntary work, fund-raising/charity work, sport or trips
Progression from this programme could include:
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You could progress to these Wirral Met courses:
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If you are aged 16-18:
This study programme will be FREE for most students who are aged 16-18 on 31 August, or students aged 19-24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan.
If you are aged 19 or over:
Fee : £1125.00
This course is FREE if you are aged 19+, unemployed/in receipt of eligible benefits or in work earning less than £17,550 annual gross salary (or £9/hour), and you do not have a level 3 qualification. Please see our Fees and Discounts leaflet for details, or call 0151 551 7777.
The fee quoted is for the academic year 2019-20.
For advice and guidance, please contact Student Services on 0151 551 7777 or call into our Conway Park Campus. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11 to 4pm and Wednesdays 4 to 6.30pm (term time only).
