Certificate in Health and Social Care

Course Content

This course includes a range of Level 5 subjects which are relevant to careers in health and social care. It includes a variety of care-based subjects designed to underpin knowledge in a range of care settings. Core skills are integrated throughout the programme.

Our full-time level 5 programme is just the beginning of your journey towards employment or further study in this demanding but rewarding field.

Entry Requirements

Four National 4s (to include English and one other academic subject).

Selection will be made on a satisfactory personal statement, qualifications, individual and group task.

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 Advanced Certificate in Health, Social Care and Nursing or SWAP Access to Nursing or into employment.

Course Overview

  • Study Type

    Full Time

  • Campus

    Gardyne Campus

  • Start Date

    01 Sep 2025

  • 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
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