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    Health and Social Care

    Everyone has their own reason for choosing a career within Health and Social Care: a personal experience, being moved by a friend, perhaps a family member struggled with their health or old age has opened your eyes.

     

     

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    What can I study?

    Awareness of Mental Health Problems Level 2

    A course in Awareness of Mental Health Problems will allow you to understand how the mind works and more importantly, how to support someone with a mental health problem.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Common Health Conditions Level 2

    The Common Health Conditions course is a great way to increase your understanding of these conditions and more, to help you monitor the health of the people that are affected by them.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning

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    Counselling Skills Level 2

    If you're interested in supporting people to improve their personal well-being, this course will provide you with the correct understanding, knowledge and skills to do that.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Counselling Skills Level 3

    The Counselling Skills Level 3 qualification is designed for adults who are interested in using counselling skills as part of their functional role in a wide range of sector areas.

    Length: 30 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Equality and Diversity Level 2

    If you want to learn about equality and diversity in different contexts, the Equality and Diversity Level 2 online course will give you a great understanding of the different issues affecting equality and diversity in society today.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Preparing To Work In Adult Social Care Level 2

    If you'd like to work in adult social care, this fully online course will help you gain an appreciation of what it's like to work in the sector.

    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of Care Planning Level 2

    Our Level 2 course in Principles of Care Planning will ensure you have got all the knowledge you need to provide high-quality care for the people you work with.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of Dementia Care Level 2

    In our Level 2 Principles of Dementia Care course, you will learn all about approaches to dementia care.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of Dementia Care Level 3

    Within the course, you will gain an understanding of the types of dementia, the importance of early diagnosis, the role of communication, interaction and inclusion in dementia care and support.

    Length: 16 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of End of Life Care Level 2

    Our Level 2 certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the knowledge you need to perform your role as a care worker for people approaching the end of their lives.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings Level 2

    This online course will provide you with the opportunity to learn about the prevention and control of infection within the health care settings.

    Length: 6 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Difficulties Level 2

    This is a fantastic 10-week course for anyone working with individuals who have learning disabilities.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Autism Level 2

    If you work with autistic people, or if someone you know is autistic, this course is a great way to increase your knowledge about the condition.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Autism Level 3

    The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of the condition and the challenges and strengths that autistic people may experience.

    Length: 16 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Behaviour That Challenges Level 2

    If you would like to gain a better understanding of challenging behaviour and how to support individuals who display it, this online qualification is a great way to build your knowledge.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Cancer Support Level 2

    This short course is great for anyone working in health and social care and it will also be useful if you care for someone living with cancer.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Common Childhood Illnesses Level 2

    The purpose of this qualification is to increase learners’ knowledge and understanding of common childhood illnesses to enable them to support the development and wellbeing of infants and children they support/care for.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Dignity And Safeguarding In Adult Health And Social Care Level 2

    This qualification aims to give learners knowledge and understanding of the key principles of dignity, duty of care and safeguarding as applied to adult health and social care.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Domestic Abuse Level 2

    The online course Understanding Domestic Abuse Level 2 is designed to increase learners' awareness and understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Start date: 5th September 2023
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Mental Health Level 3

    This qualification that is available on a rolling basis, has been designed to increase students' knowledge and understanding of mental health and well-being

    Length: 16 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Mental Health First Aid Mental and Health Advocacy in the Workplace Level 2

    This Level 2 qualification helps to increase the understanding of mental health of staff at all levels builds a culture of care and support.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent Level 2

    The purpose of this qualification is to support anyone who is responsible for the safeguarding of people and for helping to prevent radicalisation

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties Level 2

    If you're looking to improve your understanding and awareness of learning difficulties, this is the ideal course for you.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes Level 2

    The Level 2 course in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes covers a variety of health conditions and is a great way to increase your understanding of these conditions and help you to monitor the health of people affected by them

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care Level 2

    This course is a great introduction to the different types of medicines and how to record, store and handle them appropriately.

    Length: 12 Weeks
    Study: Online Learning
    Location: Online

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    Phone: 01695 52300
    Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk
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    Meet our students and tutors

    Alisha, Health and Social Care Student

    Alicia

    Health and Social Care Student

    I’ve been enjoying learning about the different diseases, the heart in the anatomy unit, as well as aspects within public health, such as: medicines, different treatment and strategies that the government put into place to help the public. I’d recommend West Lancashire College to all high school students, as I was able to explore different careers as the tutors accommodated my learning in order to suit my interests.

    Carol Reid, Clinical Educator for Health T Levels

    Carol Reid

    Clinical Educator for Health T Levels

    I am an accomplished educator with a passion for inspiring young minds and fostering a love for learning. With over 15 years of teaching experience, I am honoured to have made a significant impact in the lives of countless students. I began my career as a Registered General Nurse, with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. Within that time, I have developed a strong foundation in medical knowledge and nursing skills. Throughout my career, I have worked in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and long-term care facilities. My areas of expertise including medical-surgical nursing. I have cared for patients with diverse medical conditions, providing them with personalised and holistic care. As a new member of the Health and Social Care team at West Lancashire College, I am delighted to be teaching on the Level 2 and Level 3 courses, as well as being the Clinical Educator for Health T Levels.

    Eleanor, Health and Social Care Student

    Eleanor

    Health and Social Care Student

    I would highly recommend the Health and Social care course at West Lancs to all, as I feel like I’m treated quite differently to how I was during my time at high school. Being here, the teachers respect you as the adult that you are and how independent you are. Within my Level 3 course, I study 25% exam and 75% coursework, as well as the practical side. I also participate in work experience as part of my course, alongside trips and visits.

    Lynsey Makin

    Lynsey Makin

    Health and Social Care Lecturer

    I am an experienced educator, with a background in health and care industries. I have a real passion in facilitating our learners' journey and watching as they achieve their goals and embark on their future careers. I am proud to be part of a highly effective team which offers nurture, high expectations and a drive to succeed, equipping our learners with the skills and confidence they need to recognise and reach their full potential.

    Suzanne Gibson, Health and Social Care Lecturer

    Suzanne Gibson

    Health and Social Care Lecturer

    I teach on the Level 2 and 3 Health and Social Care programmes and as an experienced teacher, my passion lies in enabling all students to develop an appreciation for health, nutrition and its key role in a healthy lifestyle. I enjoy teaching Health and Social Care and find it really rewarding when our students work hard to progress to positive destinations, such as employment in care settings and university to study a wide range of courses. I am part of a small but highly effective and hardworking team who strive to enable our students to do well and progress and meet their full potential. We offer a caring and nurturing teaching environment for our learners.

    Wendy Bennett, Head of Curriculum for Health and Service Industries

    Wendy Bennett

    Head of Curriculum for Health and Service Industries

    I am Head of Curriculum for Health and Service Industries, departments include Sport, Art & Design, Beauty, Hair, Public Services, Inclusive Learning, Education, Health, Business, Digital and Access. I am an experienced college manager and have been working in education for 21 years. My background is health, education and care, I'm the college lead for T Levels and an External Quality Assurer. As a manager and leader, I support both colleagues and learners, creating opportunities that support the development of the required knowledge, skills and behaviours to become successful members of our community and our wider society by being prepared to make positive personal and professional contributions.

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    What can I do with a qualification in Health and Social Care?

    Health Professionals n.e.c. Speech and Language Therapists Houseparents and Residential Wardens Care Workers and Home Carers Senior Care Workers

    Daily tasks:

    • Monitors patient.
    • Supervises physiotherapy assistants.
    • Offers advice and education on how to avoid injury and promote patient.
    • Explains treatment to and instructs patient in posture and other exercises and adapts treatment as necessary.
    • Plans and undertakes therapy to improve circulation, restore joint mobility, strengthen muscles and reduce pain.
    • Writes up patients.
    • Examines medical reports and assesses patient to determine the condition of muscles, nerves or joints in need of treatment.
    • Provides prosthetic devices to patients and advises on rehabilitation.
    • Carries out a range of oral/dental treatments.
    • Diagnoses and treats patients with a variety of hearing-related problems.

    Median Salary

    £31,609 View more

    Daily tasks:

    • Writes reports and maintains client caseloads.
    • Counsels relatives to help cope with the problems created by a patient.
    • Attends case conferences and liaises with other specialists such as doctors, teachers, social workers and psychologists.
    • Treats speech and language disorders by coaching and counselling clients or through the use of artificial communication devices.
    • Designs and initiates appropriate rehabilitation and/or remedial programmes of treatment.
    • Assesses, tests and diagnoses a client.

    Median Salary

    £28,571 View more

    Daily tasks:

    • Keeps records and writes reports.
    • Maintains contact and discusses problems/progress with other staff and social workers.
    • Establishes and maintains contact with members of the neighbouring community and/or the residents.
    • Provides one-to-one counselling or group therapy.
    • Ensures that all material needs of residents are provided and endeavours to resolve any problems that they may have.
    • Plans and participates in games and leisure activities to encourage emotional, social, physical and intellectual development.
    • Creates friendly, secure atmosphere and tries to gain the trust and confidence of those in the home or under supervision.

    Median Salary

    £21,673 View more

    Daily tasks:

    • Liaises with professional staff in carrying out care plans etc.
    • Monitors service users.
    • Undertakes light cleaning and domestic duties including meal preparation as required.
    • Helps with daily activities such as letter writing, paying bills, collecting benefits.
    • Provides interest and activities to stimulate and engage the service user.
    • Generally assists with service users.
    • Serves meals to service users at table or in bed, and assists with feeding if required.
    • Assists and enables service users to dress, undress, wash, use the toilet and bathe.

    Median Salary

    £16,395 View more

    Daily tasks:

    • Liaises with professional staff in carrying out care plans etc.
    • Monitors service users.
    • Undertakes light cleaning and domestic duties including meal preparation as required.
    • Helps with daily activities such as letter writing, paying bills, collecting benefits.
    • Provides interest and activities to stimulate and engage the service user.
    • Generally assists with service users.
    • Serves meals to service users at table or in bed, assists with feeding if required.
    • Assists and enables service users to dress, undress, wash, use the toilet and bathe.
    • Responds to emergencies and provides guidance and support to care workers.
    • Takes responsibility for the shift and for the service while on duty.

    Median Salary

    £20,237 View more