For those working as healthcare assistants and technicians in a range of settings, whether working on a full or part time basis. You may be hospital or clinic based, but the qualification is also suitable for those working in a community based service or general practice.
This course replaces the NVQ Level 3 in Health Award
This course has been developed to cover a range of health care settings. The qualification includes pathways such as Clinical Healthcare Support and Maternity/Paediatric Support.
You will need to achieve a minimum of 50 credits to gain the full award. This includes mandatory units to the value of 29 credits. The remaining 21 credits will be made up from one or more optional units which, through discussions with your assessor and employer, will best suit your work setting.
The qualification will be gained through one-to-one assessment in your workplace using a range of methods including observation of normal work activities to confirm your competence. Your understanding of the underpinning knowledge could be assessed in the form of questions, professional discussions or assignments. You may be offered the opportunity to attend workshops for some of the knowledge units. You will be supported throughout your course by qualified assessors.
Level 4 Assistant Practitioner course, for example, a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma
It is expected that you will be able to demonstrate competency at level 2.
The cost for the full award will vary depending on previous qualifications and funding. Please contact the Business Development Team for information.
For those looking to update their skills and continuous professional development we also deliver single units from this award. Please contact the Business Development Team for further information regarding price and availability.
The Business Development Team can be contacted by email at enterprise@somerset.ac.uk or by telephone on 01823 366555.