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;

Unit 1: Understanding Social Care
- Introduction to the social care sector
- Roles and responsibilities of social care workers
- Ethical considerations and codes of practice in social care

Unit 2: Promoting Communication
- Effective communication techniques
- Communication barriers and how to overcome them
- Person-centered communication

Unit 3: Personal Development in Social Care
- Self-assessment and personal development planning
- Reflective practice in social care
- Continuous professional development

Unit 4: Safeguarding in Social Care
- Recognizing signs of abuse and neglect
- Safeguarding procedures and reporting mechanisms
- Legal and ethical frameworks for safeguarding

Unit 5: Equality and Diversity in Social Care
- Understanding equality and diversity
- Promoting inclusive practice
- Challenging discrimination and prejudice

Unit 6: Person-Centered Approaches in Social Care
- Person-centered care planning
- Supporting individuals' choices and preferences
- Evaluating person-centered care

Unit 7: Health and Safety in Social Care
- Identifying health and safety risks in social care settings
- Health and safety policies and procedures
- Emergency response and first aid

Unit 8: Infection Prevention and Control in Social Care
- Principles of infection prevention
- Effective hand hygiene and personal protective equipment
- Managing infection outbreaks

Unit 9: Supporting Individuals with Dementia
- Understanding dementia and its impact
- Person-centered approaches to dementia care
- Providing emotional and practical support to individuals with dementia

Unit 10: End of Life Care
- Palliative care principles
- Communication with individuals and families facing end-of-life decisions
- Ethical considerations in end-of-life care

Unit 11: Supervision in Social Care
- The role of supervision in professional development
- Preparing for supervision sessions
- Reflective practice and goal setting

Unit 12: Working with Families and Other Professionals
- Collaborative working with families and multi-disciplinary teams
- Effective communication and partnership working
- Resolving conflicts and addressing concerns

Unit 13: Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Understanding mental health conditions
- Supporting mental health and well-being
- Promoting recovery and resilience

Unit 14: Substance Misuse
- Recognizing substance misuse issues
- Harm reduction and support strategies
- Accessing treatment and rehabilitation services

Unit 15: Leadership and Management in Social Care
- Leadership styles and skills
- Managing teams and resources
- Quality assurance and improvement in social care

These units provide a comprehensive overview of the NVQ 3 in Social Care, covering essential topics and skills needed for a career in this 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.