Certificate in Health and Social Care

Course Content

This course offers an opportunity for progression to further academic study in the fields of health or social care on either our Access to Nursing course or Access to Social Care. Our full-time level 5 programme is just the beginning of the journey towards employment or further study in this demanding but rewarding field.

Entry Requirements

Three National 4s, to include English with core skills at Level 4. Selection will be made on a satisfactory personal statement and qualifications. Consideration will be given to mature students with no formal qualifications but who have experience working in a care setting.

Method of Assessment

Assessments may include project work, essays and presentations.

Future Prospects

Successful completion may lead to Access to Social Care or Access to Nursing.

Course Overview

  • Study Type

    Full Time

  • Campus

    Gardyne Campus

  • Start Date

    28 Aug 2023

  • SCQF Level

    5

  • Duration

    32 Weeks

  • Subject Area

    Health & Social Care

  • Tuition fees may be paid for full-time students in Scotland subject to meeting residency requirements, applications should be made to the appropriate funding body. International Students please refer to our International fees page