HNC Social Services

Course Content

This course provides you with the skills, knowledge and experience to progress your career within the Social Care sector.

 

Subjects include: Child and Adult Protection, Psychology and Sociology, Legislative Frameworks, Trauma Informed Practice and more.

 

You must have been employed in your current post for a minimum of 6 months.

 

Please note: some units may contain content that could be triggering, if in doubt please contact heretohelp@dundeeandangus.ac.uk and they will direct you to the course leader.

Entry Requirements

You must have been employed in your current post for a minimum of 6 months.

Applications will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Method of Assessment

A portfolio with a range of assignment methods including projects, reports, essay writing and observation in the workplace.

Future Prospects

Degree-level study in Mental Health Nursing, Psychology and Counselling, Social Work (extra numeracy qualifications may be required) or employment as a practitioner in a social care setting.

 

This nationally recognised qualification enables registration with the Scottish Social Services Council SSSC.

Course Overview

  • Study Type

    Work-based/Flexible Learning

  • Campus

    Off Site

  • Start Date

    Variable

  • SCQF Level

    7

  • Duration

    Variable

  • Subject Area

    Health & Social Care

  • Course Fee

    £780

  • Fee stated is per academic year. All course fees are reviewed annually, and subject to change. Published fees apply to the courses mode of delivery.
Apply Now