Prospective candidates who enrol in this course should have an interest in working with adolescents in supported accomodation, elderly persons and persons with disabilities. Lectures include a number of varied topics such as effective communication, creativity, human development, safe practices, rights and dignity for different service users and delivering personal care. The programme offers an opportunity for learners to carry out work-based learning in two different host organisations in the sector. Here they will be expected to carry out a range of assigned tasks under supervision. In the case of learners who do not wish to further their studies, this one-year programme provides a suitable exit point to seek employment as a care worker.

• Care Worker,
• Care Assistant,
• Support Care Worker

Internal Progression Route….

• Any MCAST MQF Level 2 Foundation Certificate

OR

Any 2 subjects at SEC / SSC&P / SSQP, or equivalent, with a Pass Grade / Level 3

Prior to embarking on a Work Placement (successful completion of which is an integral part of the accredited programme of studies, leading to certification), learners need to:

• satisfy the requirements of the Protection of Minors Act (POMA);

• satisfy specific immunisation requirements;

• present a clean Police Conduct Certificate; and

• present a First Aid Certificate which will be valid up to at least successful completion of programme of studies.