Health and Social Care - SVQ Level 3

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Kilmarnock College is offering two routes to this qualification; Health and Social Care SVQ Level 3 Adult and Health and Social Care SVQ Level 3 Children and Young People.

This qualification comprises of four mandatory and four optional units taken from a choice of 80 job specific units such as:

• Carry out Screening and Referral Assessment
• Support Individuals to Live at Home
• Administer Medication to Individuals
• Enable People with Mental Health Needs to Develop Coping Strategies

In order to achieve this qualification, the candidate will be assessed in their workplace by a qualified assessor. The assessor will support the candidate to generate a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates their knowledge and practical skills. A range of methods will be used such as observations, written reflective account and questions. Working in a care setting, the candidate would be expected to already have some experience and knowledge in: promoting, monitoring and maintaining health, safety and security, promoting choice, wellbeing and the protection of individuals.

Entry Requirements
The candidate should be able to work with minimum supervision and have a degree of responsibility in the decision making process, have a reasonable knowledge of all aspects of care including legislation and record keeping, and be pro-active in their own personal development.

Benefits
On completion the candidate can register with SSSC as a Practitioner. The candidate can progress to Level 4.

For further information on this programme contact 01563 523501 ext 4112 or email voclearn@kilmarnock.ac.uk  

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