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We’re delighted to be able to offer a selection of online/distance learning courses. These carefully selected qualifications have been designed to enhance and enrich an already established knowledge of the child care and social care system.

Our courses are available to anyone over the age of 19 and who has lived within the EU for the past 3 years who want to add extra esteem to their CV.

Distance Learning allows you to study at your own pace, on your own terms and gain valuable transferable skills such as planning and research which are intrinsic to the care sector. With dedicated support and assistance always on hand, you will be assisted throughout your qualification to enable you to achieve your best possible results.

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OUR COURSES:

Click on the boxes below to find out more about each course and how they can benefit you and your place of work! We have an extensive selection of qualifications which are all designed to expand your knowledge of your sector and enhance your current skillset. 

Understanding behaviour that challenges

Understanding safeguarding and prevent

Children and young people's mental health

Understanding specific learning difficulties

Awareness of mental health problems

Understanding working with people with mental health needs

Understanding autism

Principles of dementia care

Improving exercise, health and nutrition

Understanding nutrition and health

Understanding mental health; first aid and mental health advocacy in the workplace

Understanding the safe handling of medication in health and social care

Principles of care planning

Understanding personal care needs

Introducing caring for children and young people

Principles of the prevention and control of infection in health care settings

Equality and diversity

Understanding dignity and safeguarding in adult health and social care

Employability Skills

Team Leading

Business and Administration

Customer Service

Retail Operations

Online Digital Skills

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How do I apply?

Head over to our Distance Learning Application Form

If you have any trouble with your application form or would like more information, please give our friendly Distance Learning Team an email on distancelearning@kidderminister.ac.uk

How do I find out more about what each course involves?

Click on the above boxes to find out more about what the course covers as well as what it can lead on to next for you.

Am I eligible for the free courses?

To meet the eligible criteria for the free courses, learners must be aged 19 years or over, and not hold a qualification in the particular subject area, for more information, drop our Team an email on distancelearning@kidderminister.ac.uk

Are there any hidden costs involved?

There are no hidden costs, as long as learners meet funding criteria everything is free!

What happens if I don't complete the course?

Should a learner not complete the course they are subject to a non-completion fee

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We’ve gathered together a list of FAQ’s to help you both apply and see how Kidderminster College’s Distance Learning qualifications can elevate your career, your knowledge and your confidence. 

If you require any help throughout the application process, our Distance Learning Team are on hand via email: distancelearning@kidderminster.ac.uk

Will I need to attend the college?

The courses are designed for learners to access and complete away from college. Each learner will be assigned a tutor upon registration on their chosen course who will provide support via E-Assessor, email and telephone for the duration of the qualification. There may be times where learners will be invited into college if further support if this is deemed necessary or required.

What will completing the courses enable me to do next?

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to register on other distance learning courses of interest to them and gain access onto other appropriate qualifications and employment in the sector relevant to the course material

How long do I have to complete each course?

The courses we offer vary in length, you can find out more by clicking on each course title

What study is involved?

You will be given an approximate number of guided learning hours required for each course, this learning is to be managed and completed by the learner. Each learner will be sent a paper copy workbook to read and make notes on, they will then be required to submit their final answers through the E-Assessor website

What work is involved in each course?

You will be given an approximate number of guided learning hours required for each course, this learning is to be managed and completed by the learner. Each learner will be sent a paper copy workbook to read and make notes on, they will then be required to submit their final answers through the E-Assessor website

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