Small Business Management Course There are thousands of small businesses which open everyday, but how many people have the actual know-how for making money & succeeding in their business? You are the one who is responsible for making a business plan, development of the business & the business accounts.  This course will provide you with the foundations of business management so that you will receive the satisfaction in watching your own business grow. If you are thinking of starting or have just started your own business then this course is a must for you. ...

Social Care Competence in Practice Course In order to be accountable to society, any profession must maintain clear standards against which acceptable practice can be measured. " Competences" are the widely accepted form of measurement for the social work profession, & the subject of this module. About Social Care Competence Among the range of topics this encompasses are principles of learning, assessment, understanding the competence-based approach to professional practice, continuing professional development, supervisory process & methods, & the complexities of self-evaluation & agency evaluation. At every stage in each unit examples are given of the application in practice of the theories, methods & issues under discussion & activities are provided to enable learners to explore in relation to their own experience what may be unfamiliar ideas & concepts. ...

Social Care in Community Course Since the 1970s the provision of services & support for people who are affected by problems of ageing, mental illness, mental handicap or physical or sensory disability to be able to live as independently as possible in their own homes, or in "homely" settings in the community, has been a key issue facing social workers. About Social Care In this Social Care course you will receive an introduction to the problems which have inhibited the development of community care since the 1970s. This course also will provide you with a greater expertise & knowledge in relevant areas of the commissioning of services. It will explore areas of key legislation with application to current practice, & examine various methods of contracting & its processes, in order to best assist the population in need. ...

Social Care With & Within Groups Course This course is designed to give students the skills to develop critical appreciation & knowledge about social work group practice. As the power of the group can be extremely powerful & influential, it is necessary to gain a critical appreciation of the group process so that it does not overwhelm. Social Work With & Within Groups provides the theoretical framework & skills for effective social work practice & interaction with many different types of groups, including family, community & professional. In this course you will learn how to best work both as an external facilitator or as a member, & how best to switch from one to another of these positions during your group interaction. ...

Social Care with Children & Families Course Working with children & families is a highly specialised & skilled area of social work. To be effective social workers need to be flexible, knowledgeable & highly mindful of many aspects of the family & the obstacles that can arise when working with this group. About Social Care with Children & Families Social care professionals who work specifically with children & families often provide guidance & support, counselling & supervisory services to families facing economic, family, substance abuse & illness-related difficulties. These social care workers collaborate with teachers, lawyers, police & medical professionals to provide quality care to families & children. About Our Social Care with Children & Families Course This course in child & family social care will aim to introduce you to the structure of the family, & to teach you to take the necessary factors into consideration as well as the proper procedures & courses of action involved when working with children & families in a social work context. What Could I Do After Taking This Social Care Course? Work as a family support worker. After taking our course in social care, you could apply for a job as a family support worker in children’s homes, nurseries, refuge centres or family community centres, earning up to £23, 900+*/year. Build your career. If you wish to further your career in this rewarding field, you could continue your training & education to become a social worker. * Source: Payscale.com, Oct. 2012   ...

Social Studies Course Have you ever attended a wedding & watched the faces of the near relatives, & wondered what sort of a marriage the couple would have - what influence the in-laws would have, how the housework would be distributed, where the household would be set up, etc? Have you ever noticed the number of things you do without thinking - like wearing the right clothes, eating with the right implements, or talking in a particular way, & wondered why you feel it essential to behave in this way? Have you ever thought about society as such & wondered why some should be poor & others rich, why some should be considered more important than others? Have you ever joined in a demonstration against the authorities & felt the need to participate actively in the governing process? If you have answered 'yes' to one or more of these questions, you are going to enjoy learning about the various institutions that make up society, how they function & how they influence your life. You will find it interesting to see how different "classical" thinkers have held different views about society & how there are different ways in which society can be studied.  ...

Sociology Sociology is essentially the study of human society. It examines the origins & development of society, human social relationships as well as the organisations & institutions within society. Sociology seeks to understand how human thoughts & behaviours both shape & are shaped by surrounding cultural & social structures. About Our Sociology Course This sociology training course provides a broad overview of the principles & practice of sociology. The course covers social systems, the socialisation process, common social institutions, social issues, social stratification & social organisation of groups. What Could I Do After Taking This Sociology Course? Build your career. Sociology covers such a diverse range of subject matter, & people who study sociology gain such a range of highly valuable skills, that many employers see a background in sociology as relevant & valuable. Continue your training. If you wish to build on your knowledge of sociology, you could continue your training & education in sociology by studying psychology, business, law, criminology, economics, & other related subjects. You could even go further & obtain a sociology degree.   ...

Sociology A  Level About A  Levels A levels are subject-specific qualifications normally studied after GCSEs or International GCSEs, though they are appropriate at any age to gain a qualification in a subject in which you are interested. The qualification is made up of two levels: the AS level & the A2 level. The AS level is the first half of a full A level & is a qualification on its own. The A2 level builds on the knowledge gained from both the AS level, as well as the GCSE level. Both the AS & A2 levels & examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level. Students usually take 1 year to complete the AS & a further year to complete the A2
- so a full A level usually takes two years. This fast track A level, however, lets you complete the course in half the time (i.e. one year instead of two years). The fast track A level works in exactly the same way & you get the same certificate as you would on the two-year course. A levels are highly valued by schools, colleges & employers. They are at level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework & they carry UCAS points, which will be awarded according to the grade achieved (A = 120, B = 100, C = 80). Many courses at university or college will require you to take A levels in certain subjects. We recommend you check the requirements for those courses & take the appropriate subject A levels. About Our A Level Sociology Studies Course This A level Sociology course aims to give you some fundamental & lasting insights into how human societies are constructed; how they influence our beliefs & daily lives. Sociology is about developing a critical understanding of society, & through this understanding providing a basis for highlighting & explaining social problems such as ill health, poverty & crime. As well as learning about how society influences individual lives, you will also learn how to express yourself coherently, how to challenge & evaluate information presented to you & how scientific information is produced. The course lays an appropriate foundation for further study of Sociology & related subjects in higher education. In addition, it provides a worthwhile course for candidates of various ages & from diverse backgrounds in terms of general education & lifelong learning. Equally, material studied would be useful for candidates intending to pursue careers in any of the Social Sciences. Sociology is a dynamic, ever changing subject with new information & studies constantly confirming or challenging existing theories & producing new ones. The subject matter of sociology is uniquely around & within you, it is essential that you are curious about the why’s & how’s of society's processes in all settings from cradle to grave, from peer groups to institutions like schools & the class system. The purpose of this course is to help students look around them in a more analytical manner, to understand & question why things are the way they are, & what can be done to change the more negative aspects of our society. What Can I Do After Completing This A Level in Sociology? Getting A levels can provide you with a variety of options, such as work, further study or an apprenticeship. After successful completion of this course, you could apply to university, a BTEC Higher National, NVQ, a BTEC Apprenticeship or a mixture of these qualifications. If you are applying to a UK university you are likely to apply through the University & College Admission Service (UCAS). You can find out more about UCAS & how A levels are valued by Further & Higher education institutes on the UCAS website. Financing Your Sociology A  Level While our ' Fees' tab below shows only full payment options, we do offer alternatives for financing your A level course. You can either pay everything up front so you don't have to think about it again, or we have an instalment payment plan available, whereby you pay a deposit of £100.84 plus 5 monthly intalments of £60.84. To take advantage of our monthly instalment plan, you'll need to contact us directly to enrol at +44 (0) 1288 356300, or info@stonebridge.uk.com.
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Special Educational Needs (SEN) Course ‘ Special Educational Needs’ refers to learning difficulties or disabilities that make learning, communication or behaviour more challenging for a child with these special needs than for others of a similar age. Our Special Educational Needs (SEN) course addresses learning outcomes related to aspects of working with children who have specific special educational needs & requirements. If you want to work with children and/or young people with special educational needs, then this course is for you. About Special Educational Needs (SEN) By the end of this special education needs course training you will be able to: Understand child & young person development Understand how to support disabled children & young people & those with specific requirements Understand how to support children & young people to achieve their learning potential Understand how to support positive practice with children & young people with speech, language & communication needs Understand the speech, language & communication needs of children & young people with behavioural, social & emotional difficulties What Can I Do After Taking This Special Education Needs Course?? Obtain a degree. If you wish to attend university & obtain a degree, you may be able to study for a foundation degree. Become an SEN Teacher. If you wish to increase your responsibilities & build your career, you could continue your training to become a SEN Teacher in schools, SEN schools, pupil referral units, nurseries or even colleges, earning an average of over £35, 000*/year. You may even have the opportunity to progress to special educational needs co-ordinator, or head of the special needs department. * Source: Totaljobs.com, Sept 2012.     ...

Advanced Special Educational Needs (SEN) Course This Special Educational Needs Advanced course is a progression from our Special Educational Needs course. The advanced course delves deeper into the theoretical foundation & prepares students even further to effectively work with children with special educational needs. Students will learn the definitions & key principles of special educational needs, as well as the fundamental aspects of specific difficulties & disorders, from moderate learning disabilities to autism. This course is ideal for those who have completed our teaching assistant courses & our Special Educational Needs (SEN) course. It is also suitable for those who simply have general interest in the topic & would like to deepen their understanding of working with SEN children. What Can I Do After Taking This SEN Advanced Course? Obtain a degree. If you wish to attend university & obtain a degree, you may be able to study for a foundation degree. Become an SEN Teacher. If you wish to increase your responsibilities & build your career, you could continue your training to become a SEN Teacher in schools, SEN schools, pupil referral units, nurseries or even colleges, earning an average of over £35, 000*/year. You may even have the opportunity to progress to special educational needs co-ordinator, or head of the special needs department. * Source: Totaljobs.com, Sept 2012. ...