Apprenticeships in this area can be hugely rewarding and would suit those with a caring nature and ability to reassure and safeguard.
An Apprentice working in health and social care will assist senior care workers and social workers to provide care services in nursing or residential homes and also out in the community, maybe in the NHS or private health organisations or care homes. You will work in a customer facing role and will need to develop excellent customer service skills. Working as an Apprentice means you can put your skills into practice as you learn.
Course duration is 14 – 24 months depending upon level, age and experience.
NVQ/Diploma Level 2 Care of the Elderly units include:
NVQ/Diploma Level 3 Care of the Elderly units include:
Additional Study
You will be assessed in the workplace and at college, each candidate will build a portfolio of evidence which will be internally and externally assessed.
