Health and Social Care Practice (Social and Community Work Pathway) HNC

<strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/>Are you passionate about caring for others, seeking career progression or looking for a practical and accessible way to enter or grow within the social care sector? Gaining the HNC n in Social and Community Work can open doors to a variety of roles within social care, community outreach, and social services. It could also enhance your career prospects if youre aiming for leadership or managerial positions in the future <br/><br/>The HNC Level 4 qualification offers critical skills in communication, social work principles, and practical experience. It would be an ideal foundation if you plan to pursue further studies or a professional career in social work or community development.<br/><br/><strong>About the course</strong><br/>This course is ideal for those who want to progress to study and work in the social and community work sector. <br/><br/>The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Social and Community Work is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the social and community work sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim is to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.<br/><br/>There is a focus on helping you to develop the knowledge, skills and values necessary for continuing education, employment and professional development within the Health and Social Care sector. You will be encouraged to develop and reflect on your learning across the academic year. <br/><br/><strong>How will it make me more employable?</strong><br/>This programme will provide you with the skills to enable you to meet the demands of a challenging Health and Social Care sector or progression to relevant degree programmes. The course will help learners develop a wide range of skills including, but not limited to:<br/><br/><strong>Employability Skills</strong><br/>• Critical Thinking<br/>• Emotional Intelligence<br/>• Entrepreneurship<br/>• Leadership<br/>• Reflective Practice<br/>• Decision Making<br/>• Team Working<br/><br/><strong>Where will it take me?</strong> <br/><strong>Related Degree Programmes:</strong> Progression routes include further study or employment in Health and Social Care. This qualification will give you a maximum of 120 credits which you can use to apply to related Degree programmes. Previous SERC Graduates have successfully applied to Degrees in Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, Youth and Community work.<br/><br/><strong>Employment:</strong> The course can lead directly into a career in Health and Social Care, for example previous students have sought employment as support worker, social work assistant, community care assistants, and residential support workers.