The course begins in (Sept, Oct, Nov, Jan, March, May , June) and is available in either full or part-time mode. Taught  elements are a mixture of two day per week attendance and study blocks although students may elect to study more  intensively. Student select from modules /Units. Typically students gain sufficient credits for the full certificate in a single year of  study although faster progress may be possible depending on the options chosen. All Health and Social Care NVQ’S require  you to be observed at work. All of the assessments needed for these courses will be based on activities you have actually  performed at work and the knowledge you require to perform safely and effectively. You can select units to achieve, which are  specific to your own work area and will allow you to specialise in a particular area of Health or Social Care. Candidate will be  working with an assessor or individually, completing activities and assessments for each unit. Assessor will also observe  candidate carrying out practical tasks during candidate’s working hours in order to ensure that they can meet the requirements  of each unit.

Progression opportunities
 On completion of this programme you will be able to progress on to NVQ Health and Social Care Level 3. This course  prepares candidates to work confidently as care assistants in care homes, nursing homes, hospitals and residential homes.

Application procedure
 Apply using the College application form online at www.ascollege.org . It can also be downloaded as a PDF /word document.  In addition, please submit a CV detailing relevant professional and academic experience. Applications should be received  before closing date.

Entry requirements
 Standard entry requirements apply. Applicants must, in general, be working in a health sector, which involves regular  patient/client contact. The College will assist in practical training placements. Candidates will usually be delivering care in  support of and under the direction of a colleague who is accountable in the area of practice, although this person may not  always be in the immediate vicinity while the candidate is working with services users. while the candidate is working with  services users.