Care for People in Situations of Dependency
Intermediate Vocational Training

Care for People in Situations of Dependency

What do you study in Care for People in Situations of Dependency?

This vocational programme prepares you to assist and support older people, people with disabilities and those who are dependent on others, helping them maintain their independence and quality of life. You will learn to combine technical knowledge with essential interpersonal skills.

  • Personal hygiene, dressing and daily care techniques tailored to each person
  • Organisation and supervision of meals, including food preparation and assistance with eating
  • Psychosocial care and support to address emotional and social needs
  • Communication skills for connecting with people with different abilities
  • Home maintenance and management of the living environment
  • Social skills and organisation of health and social care interventions

You could work as a home care assistant, personal assistant, residential care worker or special educational needs assistant, among many other roles in a sector with growing demand.