This specialised program will equip you with the expertise and leadership capabilities required to excel in senior level positions. The Senior Healthcare Worker apprenticeship is an advanced pathway designed for experienced healthcare professionals seeking to further enhance their skills and knowledge in the field.

Course Overview

You will choose a specialist pathway and your course will be tailored, to include the relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours to develop in your chosen field of Health and Social Care.

The pathway areas you will choose from:

Gain practical experience by assisting with daily activities, monitoring patients’ health and well-being, and providing emotional support. This apprenticeship programme will help you develop the skills and knowledge required to provide vital support and care to patients in various healthcare settings.

This apprenticeship offers a rewarding pathway for individuals interested in providing compassionate care and support to adults in need. Adult Care Workers are the frontline staff who help adults with care and support needs to achieve their personal goals and live as independently and safely as possible, enabling them to have control and choice in their lives which is at the heart of person-centred care. Adult Care Workers need to have the right values, behaviours, competences, and skills to provide high quality compassionate care and support.

This ten-day virtual online course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge to further explore jobs within Health and Care. Looking at specific roles within Care and Medical environments such as working within the NHS.

Key Topics include:

• Introduction to Health and Care

• Roles and responsibilities working in health and care

• Nutrition and health management for health and care

• Self-Development – Building Confidence and Self Esteem

• Career Planning

This course is designed as an introduction to Health and Social Care, delivering a solid foundation for individuals interested in making a positive impact in the lives of others. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical training, you will gain an understanding of healthcare principles, ethical considerations, and patient-centred care. Initially the course will focus on delivering the knowledge and skills necessary for working with vulnerable individuals, emphasising the significance of effective communication and safeguarding. As you progress, you will have the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world scenarios through valuable work experience.

You'll become part of our Health and Social Care Career Excellence Hub and enjoy a host of career-boosting benefits and unrivalled access to potential employers. You will benefit from work experience opportunities with key local care providers, engaging trips and tours, guest lectures from industry experts and courses designed in collaboration with employers to meet industry demands. You'll gain invaluable industry insight and numerous networking opportunities. By the time you complete your training, you'll be fully prepared for a career in Health and Social Care, armed with the skills and knowledge that employers value.

The Health & Active Living Skills Centre at Loxton Campus is purpose-built to provide an exceptional learning experience and to meet the demands of the industry. The centre’s cutting-edge facilities include a simulation training hospital ward and hi-tech medical mannequins, allowing you hands-on experience with clinical procedures. Industry-leading virtual reality headsets and 360 video software immerse you in real-world healthcare scenarios. You will be taught by industry experts and, as the centre serves as a training hub for NHS staff, you’ll interact with professionals in various roles. The state-of-the-art resources and comprehensive training will ensure you’re well-prepared to excel in the health and social care sector.

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE INVOLVE

You will cover a range of topics and get involved in projects and activities designed to build your confidence and give you a real insight into the careers within Health and Social Care. The course will help you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to progress onto a Level 2 programme or apprenticeship. You will get the opportunity to gain industry experience through simulated practice and a work placement. As part of the programme, you will also develop your English and maths skills to the level required to work in the industry.

ASSESSMENT METHOD

You will be assessed through written coursework, projects, presentations, and practical experiences.

FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

The skills you gain will boost your employment prospects in a wide range of sectors. The intent of this programme is to enable you to progress onto a Level 2 programme or an apprenticeship in a Health and Social Care.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

2 GCSE's with at least a 2 in English and Maths.

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