Social Care
About
You will learn a variety of aspects of social work and social care, as well as developing skills needed for progression to a degree in Social Work, Counselling or related areas. The course is suitable if you wish to progress to higher education.
Start
This course starts in September
Duration
1 year
Level
Access to Higher Education Diploma
Location
Queens Road Campus
Overview & Modules
Modules may include:
- Social work
- Social policy
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Health studies
- Communication/study skills
- Counselling
Throughout the course you will also develop a number of skills including numeracy and literacy skills.
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 2 qualification
- Applicants should ideally have valid life/work experience
- You will complete a written exercise to establish support needs
Continue your studies
A variety of Higher Education courses including Social Work, Youth Work, Criminology, Law, Counselling, Psychology, Philosophy and Social Policy.
Latest regional data including Bridgend, Cardiff and Swansea.
Currently Employed
17151
Job opportunities
18093
Average Wage
£20046
Hourly
£10.28
