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Skills for Health and Social Care
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| Skills for Health and Social Care - Lincoln | 03/09/2024 | 27/06/2025 | Lincoln Campus | £0.00 |  |
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Support For Students Aged 19+
Lincoln College Fee Remission Policy offers means tested and non-means tested help with course fees for qualifications up to and including Level 2 and for some students aged 19+ studying a first Full Level 3
We also offer the Advanced Learner Loan, which is non-means tested help with course fees for Level 3, 4, 5 and 6 Further Education funded courses. Our Learner Support Fund offers means tested help with course related costs such as travel to college, uniform, equipment, UCAS application fee and travel to Higher Education interviews. We offer help with the cost of Ofsted registered childcare through the Care To Learn scheme for students aged under 20 (non means tested) and our 20+ Childcare Support Fund (means tested). We can also provide assistance through the Free College Meals scheme. Students, or their parents, must be in receipt of a qualifying means tested benefit and either aged 19 to 24 and have a current Education and Health Care Plan, or be aged 19 and continuing exactly the same programme that they started before they turned 19. Visit our website here for more information or contact the Financial Support Team at financialsupport@lincolncollege.ac.uk or call (01522) 876000 or (01636) 680680
To find more information on funding available for all students please visit our Financial Support page by clicking here
If you are interested in an Apprenticeship, you will pay no course fees.
More information about this Course
Introduction
Are you someone who really cares about people? Would you like to help people
through old age, illness or disability, offering them dignity and respect? If
the answer is yes, then a job in health and social care may be for you!
This is an Entry Level to Level One programme which will develop the skills
required for a vocation working within the “Health and Social Care” profession.
It is for school leavers and young people who need extra support with learning.
A greater sense of independence and self-confidence will be achieved by building
on skills and strengths. From attending and completing this course, you will
achieve an E Three or Level One Certificate in Skills for Working in Health,
Lifestyle and Science Industries.
All courses include English and Maths, you will follow accredited Functional
Skills qualifications, as well as Continuing Personal/Professional Development,
tutorials, enrichment and enterprise projects and a work experience
placement.
During the year, you will also undertake work experience placement that gives
you a direct insight into working in a health and social care setting. You can
also become involved in your local community by taking part in Social Action
Projects. Guest speakers, workshops and practical-based lessons give you a
holistic view of what health and social care is and provides you with creative
and effective learning opportunities.
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Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements needed but you should have a desire to
progress, a strong interest in Health and Social Care and a willingness to
learn. You will be expected to attend a Welcome Day, Taster and Interview. A
BKSB assessment will be carried out to determine Maths and English levels.
In addition, a Support Needs Assessment will also be carried out, to identify
any additional needs. Applicants with an EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan),
will be subject to consultation.
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Assessment and Progression
Assessment: Assessment is a combination of practical activities and collation
of work in a portfolio.
Progression: This course offers learning support with your studies and the
curriculum is geared to get you to progress your independent living skills and
develop yourself in ways which will help you to make the transition into
mainstream studies or supported employment.
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Fees
Fees listed are for those aged 19 years and over only. Fees are subject to
change. Support for fees may be available, such as fee remission or the Advanced
Learner Loan.
For further information regarding the Advanced Learner Loan please visit www.lincolncollege.ac.uk/funding-your-course/
Please note that where stated, fees are for the first year of a course only.
For more information contact our Course Information Office on 030 030 32435
or email enquiries@lincolncollege.ac.uk
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What You Will Need To Bring
You'll need the following stationery items: A pencil case with a black pen,
pencil, ruler, rubber, pencil sharpener, A4 folder, A4 lined notepad, A4 punched
pockets and file dividers.
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