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Introduction to Working with Communities PDA @ SCQF LEVEL 6
This course is designed to be delivered entirely online to allow flexibility for you as you will be working or volunteering within the community. It is a rolling programme so although there are two ‘official’ start dates – if the programme is open for applications, you should be able to start almost immediately, working your way th...
Nursing (SWAP) (NQ) @ SCQF Level 6
This is a Scottish Wider Access Programme and is academically challenging and provides a route to university to study nursing. It is for adults who are returning to education after a substantial period of time. The course is entirely delivered through online live lessons (all of which are recorded) and a few pre-recorded lessons. You wi...
Healthcare Practice HNC @ SCQF Level 7
HNC Healthcare Practice is for those who want a career in the NHS and care services, particularly if you are looking for a Band 3 position in the NHS or if you are going to go on and study nursing. It will help you develop knowledge and skills as a Health Care Support Worker in acute, clinical and community settings. In an innovative move...
Health and Social Care Theory (NQ) @ SCQF Level 6
Almost all of your lessons will be live through Teams and through our online learning site. There will be a few occasions when you will be asked to come to college on set dates for workshops. A large percentage of students on this programme work, or have caring responsibilities, so our lessons are recorded through Teams. This is an exci...
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Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care
Get ready to dive into an engaging and insightful journey as you explore the different types of Dementia and the profound impact it has on individuals. You’ll discover the power of focusing on each person’s unique needs, exploring activities that stimulate their minds, promote social participation, and enhance their well-being. Best o...
Supervising First Aid for Mental Health
This course builds on the Level 2/5 Award in First Aid for Mental Health and covers a wider range of mental health conditions and goes into detail on the range of therapy and professional support that a person may be given by professional bodies during treatment for a mental health condition.The course is suitable for all persons within a...
First Aid For Mental Health
This course is suitable for everyone but has been designed to help employers to provide a positive mental health culture within the workplace and to provide learners with comprehensive knowledge on a range of the most common mental health conditions and the skills to be able to act should a condition be suspected.Learners undertaking this...
Awareness of Mental Health First Aid
This awareness course is suitable for everyone as it provides learners with the knowledge to recognise a suspected mental health condition and the skills to start a conversation and be able to signpost a person towards professional help.Anybody can benefit from this course and it is a great stepping stone into First Aid for Mental Health....
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Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care
In 2015, only half of those who expressed a preference to die at home actually passed away there. That same year, hospices were rated the highest for the quality of care provided during the challenging end-of-life period. Care homes ranked second, followed by individuals’ homes in third, with hospitals in last place. The end-of-life sta...
Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care
The purpose of this qualification is to enhance learners’ knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals with dementia. This includes learning about different types of dementia, the importance of early diagnosis, person-centred approaches to dementia care, the role of communication, interaction, and inclusion in supporting indivi...