About Diploma In Health And Social Care in MCAST
Prospective candidates who enrol in this full-time course should have an interest in working with elderly persons and individuals with different abilities. Lectures include a number of varied topics such as nutrition, equality, diversity, dignity and rights of individuals. Moreover this programme of studies provides a route for education within a number of specialised areas such as the Social Care sector, Early Years education, and Health Sciences. The programme offers an opportunity for learners to carry out work-based learning in two different host organisations which form part of the sector. Here they will be expected to carry out a range of assigned tasks under supervision.
In the case of learners who do not wish to further their studies, this one-year programme provides a suitable exit point to seek employment as an assistant/support care worker.
MCAST Foundation Certificate
or
2 SEC/O-Level/SSC&P (Level 3) passes
Preferred: English Language, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Maltese, Social Studies, Nutrition, Food Consumer Studies (Home Economics)
MCAST Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Expense |
Cost |
| Tuition fees 1 year program |
5400-6700 EURO |
| Tuition fees 2 years program |
6500-8500 EURO |
| Tuition fees 3 years program |
10000-19500 Euro |
| Tuition fees 4 years program |
26000 Euro |
| Application Fees |
150 - 200 Euro |
| Housing |
250 - 350 euro Per Month |
| Meals |
135 -250 Euro Per Month |
| Travel |
21 EURO Per Month |
MCAST English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency in the English language but providing English language test results. The minimum test scores required are:
| Test |
Minimum Requirements |
| Level 5 & below programs |
IELTS- Overall 5.5 |
| Level 6 Programs |
IELTS-Overall 6 |
| Level 7 Programs |
IELTS-Overall 6.5 |
