BA (Hons) Health & Social Care

Course Description

Whether experienced in the health & social care sector or not, this popular Degree will develop your skills and knowledge of social care through a blend of work-based learning and classroom teaching. This Degree provides you with a sound and critical understanding of health & social care policy, theory and practice, as well as the skills you need for effective practice in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment. You will also learn how ethical, legal, social, economic and political factors influence the provision and development of services; and gain the critical and analytical skills that underpin evidence-based practice.

There are two pathways for this course: a Practitioner Pathway and a Non-Practitioner Pathway. Your choice will be dictated by whether you are already working within a health & social care setting and whether you already possess a vocationally related qualification. In Year 2 you will be assessed against the National Occupational Standards, culminating in the achievement of a Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care. If you already possess a Level 3 vocationally-related qualification you will be able to undertake alternative CPD units.

The modules studied may include:
• Interpersonal Skills and Communication Strategies
• Applied Human Development
• Values, Morals and Ethics
• Managing Care Settings
• Mental Health and Wellbeing

Teaching and Assessment

Assessment is largely via coursework, tests of knowledge and understanding and written assignments – reflective essays, project reports, presentations. We offer comprehensive study skills support throughout your time at College in order to help maximise your chances of success. Teaching sessions take the form of short lectures, supervised discussions, small group work and guest speakers.

Career Progression

This course opens up a variety of career paths in the health & social care sectors, and gives you the potential to work in a managerial or supervisory capacity. You could become a Registered Manager in a children’s or adult setting, a Family Support Worker, Residential Care Worker – Children and Adult Services, Youth Worker, Learning Support Worker or Assistant Social Worker. Post-graduate qualifications such as a PGCE are also a possibility.

Entry Requirements

Typically entrants will possess:
• 80 UCAS points at AS/A2 Level (minimum 32 points at A2 level)
OR
• BTEC Qualifications (QCF) MMP (Extended), DM (Diploma), D*D (90 Credit Diploma)
OR
• Access to HE course in a relevant subject area

You will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (formerly known as CRB) prior to commencing any placement work.

Costs

Please note that the fee for this course is as follows:

Year 1: £8,200

Year2: £8,200

Year 3: £7,800

These fees are subject to review and may change in future.