Care Higher

What is special about this course?

The main purpose of the course is to enable learners to understand and explain why people use care services, and to develop the knowledge and value base required for working in contemporary care practice in settings such as health and social care.

Entry requirements

The candidate would normally be expected to have achieved 4 passes at national 5, one of which should be English.  Non-traditional qualifications will also be considered

There are 3 units, which make up the Higher Care as well as a final exam. These units are:

  • Care: Human Development and Behaviour
  • Care: Social Influences
  • Care: Values and Principles

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time

You will study by way of class-room based lectures and tutorials in College and by using on-line (VLE) support materials. 

How long will my course last?

1 Year

Where can I study my course?

    Start date

    August

    Fees

    For finance/funding information – please refer to UHI Orkney Finance.

    For course fees – please email ocrevenue@uhi.ac.uk

    What can I do on completion of my course?

    This course can lead to entry on the following vocational courses: NC Health and Social Care/SVQ 2 Social Services and Health Care, which in turn could lead to employment in health and social care areas.

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