HNC Social Services Level 7 (Online)

What will I learn?

Throughout this course, you will gain a deep understanding of the values and principles of social care, learning how to integrate these with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed in professional settings.

Key areas of study include:

• Care in contemporary society

• Leadership in care settings

• Health, wellbeing, and safeguarding

• Lifespan development and theoretical approaches

• Promoting health, safety, and security in the workplace

• Developing practice through reflection and ongoing learning

• Promoting effective communication

• Core care practice

The qualification awarded is the Group Award HNC in Social Services at SCQF Level 7.

To achieve the full award, you must complete 12 credits, structured as follows:

• 4 mandatory core taught unit credits

• 1 Graded Unit credit

• 1 mandatory option unit credit

• 3 selected optional unit credits

• 3 mandatory work-based vocational SVQ units at SCQF Level 7

You’ll also develop key professional skills such as:

• Problem solving

• Moving and handling techniques

• Managing conflict

• Communication and interpersonal skills

This blend of academic study and work based learning ensures that you are well prepared for both the practical and regulatory demands of the sector.