Course Guide 2017-18
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LEVEL 1<br />
CERTIFICATE FOR<br />
THE CARE SECTOR<br />
AGE: 19+ TYPE: PT (DAY)<br />
DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
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This CACHE qualification has been designed<br />
to help you build the skills and knowledge<br />
needed to work in the health and social<br />
care sector and to develop practical skills in<br />
preparation for employment or progression<br />
in education.<br />
UNITS<br />
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The Role of the Carer at Meal Times<br />
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Job Opportunities in Health & Social Care<br />
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Communication in Health<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Written assignments<br />
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Practical assessments<br />
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Exam in Functional Skills<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
»»<br />
Minimum Entry Level 3 in English & Maths<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
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Continue your studies at Level 2<br />
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Work as a volunteer<br />
»»<br />
Employment in the health and social care<br />
sector<br />
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Apprenticeship<br />
LEVEL 2<br />
CERTIFICATE IN<br />
PREPARING<br />
TO WORK IN ADULT<br />
SOCIAL CARE<br />
AGE: 19+ TYPE: FT DURATION: 5 MONTHS<br />
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This CACHE qualification is designed to help<br />
you build the knowledge and skills needed<br />
when working with children and young<br />
people. It covers a diverse range of jobs and<br />
occupational areas working in children’s<br />
environments including early years and<br />
social care.<br />
UNITS<br />
»»<br />
Understand the Role of the Social Care Worker<br />
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Understand Health & Safety<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Written assignments<br />
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Portfolio<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
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Level 1 qualification<br />
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Previous experience<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
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Further study at Level 3<br />
»»<br />
Employment<br />
»»<br />
Apprenticeship<br />
LEVEL 2<br />
DIPLOMA IN HEALTH<br />
& SOCIAL CARE<br />
AGE: 16—<strong>18</strong> TYPE: FT DURATION: 1 YEAR<br />
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This CACHE course is for you if you want<br />
to find out more about Health and Social<br />
Care and have an interest in working in<br />
a related field within that industry. It is a<br />
natural progression from a Level 1 course.<br />
All learners will be required to undertake<br />
work experience.<br />
UNITS<br />
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Looking After Children<br />
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Health & the Environment<br />
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Starting Work<br />
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Personal Effectiveness<br />
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Nutrition & Health<br />
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English & Maths up to Level 2<br />
ASSESSMENT METHODS<br />
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Portfolio<br />
»»<br />
Practical assessments<br />
»»<br />
Written assignments<br />
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<br />
»»<br />
2—4 GCSEs grade A* — D (including English and<br />
Maths), or<br />
»»<br />
Functional or Key Skills Awards at Level 1, or<br />
»»<br />
Foundation Learning Level 1 Certificate or<br />
Award, or<br />
»»<br />
BTEC Level 1 Diploma<br />
PROGRESSION/WHAT NEXT<br />
»»<br />
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care<br />
»»<br />
Employment<br />
»»<br />
Apprenticeship<br />
DID YOU<br />
KNOW<br />
WE HAVE STRONG LINKS WITH IMPERIAL<br />
COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST<br />
(ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL)<br />
138 HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE<br />
ACTON | EALING | HAMMERSMITH | SOUTHALL
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