Social Work in Community Care Level 4

Course Code: SAC128
Award Level 4, Similar to - NVQ Level 4

Pursue your career in Social Work, from home!

Join a rewarding profession by helping those in need from the community to live as independently as possible in their own homes or within a supervised ‘home’.

Community Care has been a key issue facing social workers who strive to best assist those affected by problems of aging, mental illness, mental handicap or physical or sensory disability.

You will receive an introduction to Social Work in Community Care, and the problems which have inhibited the development of community care since the 1970s. Develop a greater expertise and knowledge in relevant areas of the commissioning of services. It will explore areas of key legislation with application to current practice, and examine various methods of contracting and its processes. This is a great course to help you to apply for further education courses within Social Work.

There is no time limit to complete the course so you can work at your own pace. Completed coursework can be delivered by post or via email, so handing in an assignment is simple. You will also have a personal tutor who will be there to offer you support every step of the way.

Achieve your dream career and equip yourself with the skills you need for your long term success. Home learning is simple and stress-free, so enrol with us today!

Course Content

Background and Issues
Implementation of Changes
Who Does the Caring?
Approaches to Working with Users
Working with Users
Practising Care Management
Assessing for Community Care
Working in Partnership
Working with Carers
Working with Mentally Distressed People
Working with Older People
Working with Disabled People

Course Duration

This home learning course will take approximately 150 hours and there is no time limit for completion.

Assessment

The course assessment takes the form of a series of written assignments, which are submitted and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start this course at any time.

Qualifications

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a level 4 NCFE Award certificate of achievement. That means that it is independently accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 4 on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

This award has been designed to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements. Accreditation by NCFE is a guarantee of quality. It means that this learning programme has been scrutinised and approved by an independent panel of experienced educational professionals and is quality audited biannually by NCFE.

Course Questions and Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not need any previous knowledge to enrol onto this course.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

There is no time limit to complete this home learning course, so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines, this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

A free, quality study bag
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Unlimited tutor support
Assignment marking & feedback
Accreditation
A stationery pack including paper, envelopes, and a pen.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

No. We will issue certification based on your coursework alone.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

No, everything you need is included in the price!

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Once we receive your work we will mark it and return it to you. On successful completion of the course you will be awarded your diploma proving your success in Social Work in Community Care.