The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

• 6 months
• 9 months

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In order to apply you should have either:

• No formal qualification required

  OR;

1. **Introduction to Social Care**
   - Overview of the social care sector
   - Ethical considerations and legal frameworks

2. **Person-Centered Care**
   - Understanding individual needs and preferences
   - Developing and implementing person-centered care plans

3. **Safeguarding and Protection**
   - Recognizing signs of abuse and neglect
   - Legal responsibilities and safeguarding measures

4. **Effective Communication in Social Care**
   - Communication skills and techniques
   - Building rapport with clients and colleagues

5. **Health and Safety in Social Care**
   - Ensuring a safe and healthy environment
   - Handling and disposing of hazardous materials

6. **Mental Health Awareness**
   - Recognizing common mental health issues
   - Providing support and referrals for mental health concerns

7. **Understanding Disabilities and Special Needs**
   - Types of disabilities and special needs
   - Tailoring care and support to specific requirements

8. **Working with Diverse Populations**
   - Cultural competence and sensitivity
   - Addressing diversity and inclusion in social care

9. **Aging and Elderly Care**
   - Understanding the aging process
   - Providing care and support for the elderly

10. **Substance Abuse and Addiction**
    - Recognizing signs of substance abuse
    - Offering assistance and referrals for addiction treatment

11. **Child and Youth Care**
    - Child development and needs
    - Supporting the well-being of children and young people

12. **Community Outreach and Social Services**
    - Engaging with communities and social service organizations
    - Connecting individuals with needed resources

13. **Ethical and Legal Issues in Social Care**
    - Ethical dilemmas in social care
    - Legal responsibilities and boundaries

14. **End-of-Life Care and Bereavement Support**
    - Providing compassionate end-of-life care
    - Grief counseling and support for families

15. **Practical Experience and Placement**
    - Applying knowledge and skills in real-world settings
    - Supervised fieldwork and learning

16. **Professional Development in Social Care**
    - Career planning and development
    - Continuing education and staying updated in the field

Assessment is via assignment submission

The fee for the programme is as follows:

• 6 months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
• 9 months - Standard mode @ GBP £950

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

6 months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

9 months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.