*This course is subject to validation
The ESOL element of the courses focuses on the language skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. Grammar and specialist vocabulary related to health and social care/childcare are also a very important part of this course and students will be able to develop these areas which will support them with the Health and Social Care/Childcare component of the course.
This course is available at:
The units you will cover in Childcare and Health and Social Care will be:
These modules of the course are delivered by subject specialists who have first-hand experience of working within Health and Social Care/Childcare profession. This course prepares learners for a range of higher-level qualification including Adult Foundation, Health and Social Care Level 2 and Level 3, or QCF Diploma.
The course will prepare learners for nationally recognised qualifications in both ESOL and Health and Social Care/Childcare. Students will also study Numeracy as part of the programme, which will also lead to a recognised qualification.
Students who enrol on these courses need to be fully committed as we expect an attendance rate of 100%. Students whose attendance drops below 90% will be at risk of losing their places.
Assessment at Level 2. Alternatively, successful achievement of Level 1 and satisfactory reference from tutor to indicate good behaviour, attendance and progress.
I came from Eritrea a couple of years ago with a goal of improving my English, both speaking and written, and gaining new skills I can use for work. I am in my second year at the College and I’m currently on the ESOL+ programme, which allows me to spend time studying Accounting too.
I have really enjoyed my time here at Cardiff and Vale College, I have made a lot of friends from lots of different backgrounds. The teachers have really been helpful throughout my time here, and the Skills Centre in particular, has been very beneficial to me. My English has improved so much, I’m very pleased with the progress I have made. In the future I’m looking forward to finishing my course then finding employment here in the UK.