Course Description

The emphasis of this Course is to prepare candidates for working in the health sector and develop employability skills valued by employers.

Students will develop a range of knowledge and skills required in this vocational area whilst investigating a range of job roles and career opportunities as well as participating in a job interview.

They will also develop a wide range of skills, including research and self-evaluation skills. Emphasis throughout all Units is on the employability skills and attitudes which will help prepare students for the workplace.

Students must attend class regularly to ensure that practical tasks can be completed, and coursework deadlines are adhered to.

The units covered are:

• Working in Health Sector Settings

• Employability Skills in the Health Sector

• Medical Devices and Pharmaceuticals

• Improving Health and Wellbeing

• Physiology of the Cardiovascular System