Pursue your passion for health and social care with our comprehensive programme designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge for a rewarding career in this vital sector. This course seamlessly integrates academic learning with practical experience, ensuring you're well-prepared to make a meaningful impact in various health and social care settings.
Throughout the programme, you'll delve into key areas such as person-centred care, holistic assessment, and the promotion of health and well-being. Engage in work-based learning opportunities that allow you to apply theoretical concepts in real-world environments, enhancing your professional competence and confidence.
Our curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking, leadership, and management skills, empowering you to excel in diverse roles within the health and social care sector. With a focus on both personal and professional development, you'll be prepared to navigate the complexities of contemporary practice and contribute positively to community health outcomes.
Join a community of like-minded individuals who share your dedication to making a difference, and take the next step towards a fulfilling career in health and social care.
You must have achieved the following qualifications to enrol onto this course:
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Level 3 Extended Diploma Applied General/BTEC Health and Social Care
- Level 3 Extended Diploma in a relevant subject area
- Access to Higher Education qualification in a related subject
- Grade C/4 or equivalent level 2 in English
Here’s how to apply depending on your plans:
• If you’re applying to multiple Higher Education providers, submit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) by the specified deadline for the relevant recruitment cycle. This ensures your application reaches all your chosen institutions efficiently.
• If this College is your only choice, you can begin the process by selecting the “Apply” button at the top of this course page, which will take you to the online application form for a simple and direct experience.
• For detailed information on UCAS applications and deadlines, https://www.ucas.com/applying .
| Study level | Cost | Additional fees |
|---|---|---|
| HE | Please enquire | Course Fee: £6,335.00 *Please note that all fees are subject to change and will be confirmed upon enrolment.* Further information about financial support can be found on our page here: https://northumberland.ac.uk/experience/financial-support/higher-education-financial-support/ You may be required to pay for trips and visits and you will be required to purchase your own stationery. You will be required to undertake a Disclosure Barring Service check prior to your placement. You are required to fund this independently at a cost of £44 (Cost correct at the time of writing) |
The teaching and learning focuses on being up to date and relevant to professional practice today. The programme will be taught directly face to face and will mainly be classroom based. You will also attend placement during both years of your programme. These placements will take place in the health and social care sector within the area, this can be in the public sector, but also private and charitable organisation’s. The use of the Immersive Space on campus, a 360 environment, will allow you to gain practical work experience and allow you to better prepare for your future career by transporting you into real world scenarios. Students will also have the opportunity to utilise the simulated health hub on site.
Students will be assessed in a range of ways that are responsive to the needs of the module content and are aligned to industry competencies and skills. Assessment includes but is not limited to assignments, reports, group and individual presentations, case study analysis and developing professional portfolios.
English and Maths are important life skills that will help you to achieve your best in your studies and progress to your future career.
You are required to have achieved a grade 4 in English to enrol onto this course or a Level 2 in English equivalent. If you have not yet achieved Maths it is a requirement to study this alongside your programme.
You will have the opportunity to take part in a placement which equates to one day per week from the second semester of study over the duration of the remainder of your programme.
As part of the programme you will complete a module that focuses on your placement journey and therefore attending placement is a core requirement of this programme.
We have a number of links to industry including various NHS trusts, charitable and private organisations to ensure you gain an outstanding learning experience with us and are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to progress to a career in industry.
This course will take place Monday – Friday between 9.30am and 5.30pm. However, specific days and times are yet to be confirmed.
In year one, first semester teaching will consist of 2 days face to face delivery and one day self- directed. In second semester it is expected that students complete one day of placement in addition.
In year two, students will have two days face to face delivery, one day in placement and one day self-directed study.
Health and Social Care is a diverse field with a vast array of opportunities for students to work in a wide range of areas. These can include for example mental health, drug and alcohol support, domestic violence. This programme will equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue employment as healthcare assistants, senior health care assistants, support worker, community outreach workers or care coordinators in hospitals, residential care facilities, community organisation’s and social service agencies. In addition, this programme will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to be employed in different roles assisting the wider teams in a wide range of services for example mental health and learning disabilities. As students on this programme will develop the academic skills to study at degree level, students may also go onto higher level study.
You will study a several modules when studying this course including:
Navigating the use of digital technology in health and social care practice
Anatomy and Physiology to support practice
Investigating Health Conditions across the human lifespan
Placement journey: Diving into the heart of health and social care practice
Exploring the political and societal landscape in health and social care practice
Mastering the landscape of public health for health and social care practitioners
Unravelling health patterns with epidemiology and statistics in health and social care practice
A holistic exploration of mental health
From past to present: Evolution, trends and movements in health and social care practice
This programme is validated by University of Hull
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Upon completing this programme, you’ll be well-prepared to enter the health and social care sector in roles such as healthcare assistant, senior healthcare assistant, support worker, community outreach worker, or care coordinator. These positions are available across hospitals, residential care facilities, community organisations, and social service agencies. For those eager to further their education, progression to higher-level studies is an excellent option, including pursuing a BA (Hons) Health and Social Care Practice (Top-up) degree. This academic advancement can open doors to specialised roles and leadership positions within the sector, enhancing your ability to make a significant impact on community health and well-being.
We work in partnership with the University of Hull as the validating partner for this qualification.
To visit the University of Hull's website, click here.
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