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- HW1SSRIF25

Campus Sighthill Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 5

Study mode Full time

Start date Jan 2026

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Course overview

Gateway to Social Services: Phase 2 can lead towards a rewarding career in Social Services. This course will prepare you for further study at Edinburgh College. This course will suit those seeking a career change or furthering their studies.

Students from this course can progress to the Level 6 Social Services course. This course is a progression from Gateway to Health and Social Care Phase 1, but students can also apply directly.

Placement information

Students from this course can progress to the Level 6 Social Services course. This course is a progression from Gateway to Health and Social Care Phase 1, but students can also apply directly.

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

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