Why Study Health and Social Care?
The health and social care sector is a uniquely broad and diverse employer. More than 350 different job roles fall within the field of health and social care, creating a wide range of job opportunities for candidates from all backgrounds. Demand for experienced health and social care professionals is growing, with the NHS advertising around 25,000 vacancies per month. Within the next 20 years, it is estimated that the sector will create more than 500,000 additional jobs in the UK alone. Along with long-term job security and attractive salaries, careers in health and social care can also bring a real sense of fulfilment. Nothing is more rewarding than knowing everything you do improves the lives of those you work with. If you are naturally caring and empathetic individual with a genuine passion for people, you could be the perfect candidate for a career in health and social care.
This flexible online course takes place over a series of 14 modules, which can be completed from any location with no time restrictions. Our exclusive Level 5 Health and Social Care Diploma covers the topics and knowledge areas outlined below:
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Module 1 - An Introduction to Health and Social Care
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Module 2 - The UK Health System
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Module 3 - Person-Centred Care
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Module 4 - Understanding Emotional Intelligence
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Module 5 - Developing Communication Skills
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Module 6 - Developing Active Listening Skills
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Module 7 - Facilitation Skills
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Module 8 - Counselling Skills
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Module 9 - Speaking with Confidence
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Module 10 - Conflict Resolution
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Module 11 - Problem Solving
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Module 12 - Working In A Team
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Module 13 - Understanding Equality & Diversity
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Module 14 - Safeguarding Adults
OHSC Certificate of Completion - Digital certificate
Digital certificate - Included.
Quality Licence Scheme Certificate of Completion - Hard copy certificate
Hard copy certificate - £85
Note: A nominal fee of £9.99 covers the delivery charge within the United Kingdom and a nominal fee of £19.99 covers the delivery charge outside the United Kingdom.
A background in health and social care can pave the way for a wide variety of career opportunities at home and abroad. A few examples of which include care worker, social worker, occupational therapist, nurse, counsellor and many more besides. Whether pursuing promotion at work or starting from scratch, this Level 5 Health and Social Care Diploma could help you take that next big step. Typical salaries for full-time health and social care workers in the UK vary from £25,000 to more than £35,000.
Who Should Take This Course?
Oxford Home Study Centre offers an extensive range of flexible online training courses for affordable distance learning. This endorsed Level 5 Health and Social Care Diploma could be the ideal course for the following applicants:
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Naturally kind, caring and empathetic individuals
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Health and social care workers looking to boost their knowledge
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Newcomers looking to join the health and social care profession
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Confident and outgoing people with plenty of patience
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Candidates interested in starting their own social care businesses
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Jobseekers working on their CVs and career prospects
Start your Level 5 Health and Social Care Diploma today by completing the online enrolment process, or contact a member of our admissions team anytime if you have any questions.