Advanced Level Apprenticeship (ALA) in Health and Social Care

This course is suitable for learners that are working in a care environment. This can include children, people with physical or learning disabilities, elderly people or families. This may include people in their own homes, sheltered/supported accommodation, day centres or residential settings such as nursing homes. The advanced apprenticeship is aimed at those working in supervisory care roles such as senior care assistant, care co-ordinator or supervisor within the organisation.

The level 3 diploma will cover aspects such as communication, person centred care, safeguarding, personal development and health and safety etc.

End Qualification:

- City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) QCF
- City and Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care QCF
- Functional skills in English and maths at level 2
- Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care, Children and Young People¿s Settings
• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

You will be assessed for your potential to achieve the apprenticeship. The assessment will depend upon the level and range of activities you will be undertaking in the workplace.

There are no academic entry requirements, however, you may need to undergo an initial assessment of your English and maths skills in which you are required to be working at or towards level 2.

Learners must be of a minimum age of 16, subject to funding and statutory variations.

At the start of your apprenticeship programme you will need to be employed by a suitable and appropriate employer for at least 16 hours per week. You also need to have been a resident in the EU for at least 3 years.

Commitment and motivation are necessary to complete the course.

Assessment:

The diploma and the level 3 certificate are delivered in the workplace, using a portfolio of evidence, observations, assignments, statements and question and answer sessions. The assessor will visit you regularly to set work and help you to complete the units required.

Functional skills will be delivered in localised training hubs, please speak to your training advisor for further details.

Progression from this course:

Advanced apprenticeship in health and social care or foundation degree.

Locations:

Workplace - n/a

Duration:

18 Months

Start times:

Various

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the apprenticeship application form

Course Costs:

There are currently no fees payable by young people on Apprenticeship programmes. Fees may be payable by the employer where the candidate is 19 or older. Details available on request.

Additional Information:

Call the apprenticeships team on 01553 815280 or e-mail apprenticeships@col-westanglia.ac.uk