Peterlee Campus
Course overview
This course is designed for those interested in developing knowledge, skills and their understanding of the caring services. The course includes work experience, which provides you with first-hand understanding of the workplace, giving you the opportunity to develop knowledge, skills and understanding, enabling you to gain employment within health and social care contexts.
Topics
Topics covered on the course include; communication in health and social care, human development, Anatomy and physiology, Safeguarding, Equality and diversity, health and social care values, the impact of nutrition and creative and therapeutic activities in health and social care.
Job opportunities after this course
• Carer, Care Escort
• Care Home Manager
• Child Protection Officer
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
• Counsellor
• Learning Mentor / Life Coach
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapist
• Personal Assistant
• Support Worker
• Youth Worker
... and so much more!
Further study options after this course
On successful completion of the course you may progress onto the NCFE/CACHE Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care.
Entry requirements
Our entry requirements are reviewed annually and are subject to change as qualifications, awarding bodies and assessment criteria evolve.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate the potential to act independently and safely; therefore all candidates must be interviewed, supply references and receive a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure and Barring service check).
For the latest qualifications and grades required by course type/level, please follow this link to check the most up-to-date entry criteria for direct entry and internal progression at the college.
How is this course assessed?
All units in these qualifications are internally graded A* - D. Units will be assessed through a range of activities including written tasks, role play, verbal presentations and displays. Learners will produce a portfolio which evidences their learning and skills in the work place. You will receive assignments made up of a variety of tasks and be expected to meet deadlines for assignments.
When does the course start?
September 2025
Length of course
One year, full time.
This full time study programme courses may also be available to study on a part-time basis if you are aged 18 or over on 31st August. Please check with Student Services for more details.
Fees & Funding
Please read our Course Fees & Funding page.
How to apply
To apply online for this course, please click on the 'Apply' button at the top/bottom of this page.
Alternatively, if you need assistance with your application or you would like to apply over the phone or using a paper-based application form, please call Student Services on 0191 743 0149.
If you're not quite ready to apply for this course and would like some more information or to speak to a member of staff then please click on the 'Enquire' button at the top/bottom of this page.
