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Skills for Further Study

About

You will learn about aspects of health, sociology, psychology and study skills, as well as developing skills needed for progression to further study. There is also focus on English and Maths.


Start

This course starts in September


Duration

1 year


Level

Level 2 Diploma (Pre-Access course for the Access to HE Health / Access to HE Care)


Location

Bridgend Campus

Overview & Modules

Modules include:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Health studies
  • Safeguarding and Counselling
  • Career planning
  • English
  • Maths
  • Communications/study skills

You will also develop study skills and academic skills throughout the course.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed through assignments or projects, including formal presentations. There are no formal exams, but you will have time-constrained tests and class-based activities.

Entry requirements

Level 1 qualification

Continue your studies

After successful completion, you may be able to progress to a variety of Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma courses including Access to HE Health Care or Access to HE Social Care (Social Work / Counselling route).

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Currently Employed

9080

Job opportunities

9549

Average Wage

£15542

Hourly

£7.97

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Bridgend College,
Cowbridge Rd,
Bridgend
CF31 3DF

01656 302 302
hello@bridgend.ac.uk

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