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Certificate in Social Care
Course Type :- Distance Learning
Institute Name:- College of Management and IT (CMIT)
Fee:- € On request
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This Social Care Course is designed to provide an understanding of the role of a carer and is aimed at people caring in the home setting as well as those entering social care on a professional basis. No prior qualification is required and the course is suited to people of all ages seeking to gain a more formal understanding of the principles of caring for others in a range of setting. The objectives of the course are: (1) to develop the student’s knowledge and understanding of the role and skills of caring, (2) to explain the role of government and other agencies in providing and funding care, (3) to create an understanding of the health and safety aspects of care, and (4) to create and understanding of the principles of equality in providing care.

 

Your Tutor will support you throughout the duration of the course. You complete the course by undertaking activities and assignments. Our student support team are also available for any other queries that you may have whilst completing your course. You can be assured that support is available for your course, so there is no need to struggle or feel isolated during your studies.

By choosing to study this course with CMIT, Students have 24x7 access to CMIT eLearning for the duration of the course. This includes a comprehensive Course Manual, Video, Quizzes and personalised Tutor Support. The course documentation for this course is detailed and easy to read. You will also be able to upload assessments online and receive online feedback. You can use the eLearning system from any computer that has internet access.

 

Topics Covered in this Course

Unit 1: Introduction to the role of the carer
  • Types of caring roles
  • Who needs care and why
  • A carers role
Unit 2: Carers – The role of the Government
  • Definition of a carer
  • How the Government can help
  • The protection of vulnerable adults and children
Unit 3: Health and Safety in Care environments
  • Introduce the Care Quality Commission
  • Health and Safety
  • Risk Assessments
  • Security
Unit 4: Valuing People’s Equality, Diversity and Rights
  • Definitions
  • Different types of discrimination
  • Principles of good practice
  • Discrimination- who is at risk
  • Where to get advice
Unit 5: Basic Care Skills
  • Factors to consider
  • Needs
  • The future
  • Working in the caring professional

Who should complete this course?

  • People considering a people-centre career such as a carer or healthcare workers, and those considering a career in social work, counselling, people management, marketing, teaching, or communications.
  • People who wish to gain an accredited qualification in sociology and wish to study at their own pace, and in their own time.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

  • None.

Assessment

  • This course is assessed through a series of tutor marked assignments. There is no exam with this course.

Accreditation

  • At the end of this course, successful learners will receive a level 2 NCFE Award certificate in Social Care. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
  • Please note that there is a EUR60 fee payable for administration, moderation and certification.


 
 
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