Course Overview
Aims of the course, To prepare you for study on a health related Bachelor's degree programme such as adult nursing, social or midwifery, providing modules that widen your knowledge and experience of health and social care. This Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) (Level 3) programme is offered by Lewisham and Southwark College. Progression opportunities: You may choose to study a degree or foundation degree, or pursue further study on another health-related programme. The majority of universities require students to have a GCSE (graded A* to C) or equivalent in maths and English, in addition to a level 3 qualification. They may also require a certain grade profile for the access course. Career options, Midwife, midwife family project worker. What can I earn in the health and social care industry? When you're deciding what to study post-16, it's important to think about where your course will lead. If you study for a vocational qualification in health and social care, you'll be starting on a career path with lots of opportunity for progression ? and a good salary in your sights. For example: Care workers start on around 13,000 a year and can earn 17,000 with 3-5 years' experience, Social workers start on around 24,000 a year and can earn 39,000 with 3-5 years' experience, Nurses start on around 26,000 a year and can earn 31,000 with 3-5 years' experience, If you're interested in a career in the health and social care industry, we offer a diverse range of vocational courses that will help you get where you want to go. Our tiered qualifications are industry-accepted and government-recognised, and many include valuable work experience, giving you the confidence and skills you need to succeed in this sector