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Health and Wellbeing Level 4

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 4

Study mode Full time

Start date Jan 2026

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Course overview

The Health and Wellbeing Level 4 is designed to equip learners with essential knowledge and skills to understand health and wellbeing. Throughout the award, you will develop skills for learning, life, and work that will enhance your employability and personal growth. Additionally, you will develop the knowledge and skills that will allow you to contribute to improving individuals' and groups' health (physical and mental) and wellbeing.

This qualification is ideal for young people, adults, and professionals working in various settings, including education, healthcare, and voluntary organisations.

 

Placement information

  • No placement required

How the course is assessed

  • Class-based assessment
  • Presentations
  • E-assessment

Number of days per week

  • The course will be 16 hours per week for 18 weeks.
  • Information regarding dates and times will be made available as soon as possible.

Entry requirements

  • 3 passes at National 4, English and/or a Science subject.
  • Appropriate experience would be beneficial, whether from placements undertaken at school or other industry involvement.
  • You may be a mature student or one who wishes to change careers or perhaps retrain following a career break, in these or other cases we would consider work experience life skills and potential ability.

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • Gym insructor
  • Health and Wellbeing support worker
  • Counselling for beginners

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date
Sighthill Campus Full time 19/01/26

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