Intermediate Level Apprenticeship (ILA) in Health and Social Care

The course is 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 housing, day centres or residential settings such as nursing homes.

Diploma units will cover aspects such as:
- Safeguarding
- Person-centred care
- Health and safety
- Communication in health and social care settings

End Qualification:

- City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) QCF
- City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
- Functional skills in English and maths at level 1
- 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 1.

Learners must be 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 a week. You will 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 2 certificate are both delivered in the workplace, using a portfolio of evidence, observations, statements and question and answer sessions. A test is to be completed for functional skills. Functional skills will be delivered in localised training hubs.

Progression from this course:

Progression to the advanced apprenticeship may be available depending on the job role.

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