What does the qualification cover?
This qualification develops the knowledge and skills needed when working with children and young people in health and social care environments. It covers a wide range of areas such as supporting children and young people with their physical or emotional care, daily living needs and behaviour management.
Who is it suitable for?
All those who wish to work or are working in an unsupervised role with children and young people in health and social care.
What are the entry requirements?
You should be at least 16 years old. CACHE does not set any other entry requirements but colleges or training providers may have their own guidelines.
How many credits are required to complete it?
The Diploma requires 58 credits.
How is it assessed?
It will be assessed by your tutor or assessor using a range of methods. This could include direct observation in the workplace, a portfolio of evidence, written assignments or a task set by CACHE.
Do you need to be working to take the qualification?
Yes, you will need to be working, volunteering or on practical placement as you need to show competence in both knowledge and skills.
| Start Dates: | Please call 0208 594 8024 or email info@lctve.co.uk for dates |
| Course & Qualification: | Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) |
| Duration: | 1 year |
| Price: | tba |
| Progression route | A Degree in a related discipline.. |
NEXT STEPS
On completion of the course we follow up with our students on their next step. Our dedicated career advisors go through all the options that are available to the individual candidate for career development. We assess and help to identify further training needs if relevant or assist them to find work. Our next step activities include but are not limited to;
- Help with writing their CV
- Interviewing tips and practice
- Training candidates on how to use electronic media for work search activities
- Referrals and Introductions to partner and associate companies for work trails, apprenticeships and employment
- Identifying and enrolling candidates on relevant courses top further improve employability skills
- Providing free introduction courses to building enterprises and setting up small businesses
- Introducing relevant candidates to partner and associate companies for further enterprise assistance and funding
