This Foundation Degree and Higher Technical Qualification is validated by Sheffield Hallam University, developed in collaboration with hospital trusts, private healthcare providers and voluntary sector organisations. The course offers a natural progression from the T level or the L3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care.
It is suitable for both new recruits and more experienced assistant and support workers in health, social and community care. It offers an opportunity to develop the skills and competencies needed for NHS band 3 and 4 roles. This programme provides a principal route for the training and education of those in an Assistant Practitioner The role and can serve as a stepping stone for individuals who wish to pursue further education and training to become fully qualified healthcare professionals, such as nurses or allied health practitioners.
The completion of 200 hours each year in an appropriate setting over the duration of the course, is a requirement of the programme. Applicants should be willing to complete this Higher Technical qualification alongside paid employment or voluntary work.
We begin your academic journey with the Transition to Higher Education module, which provides a foundation framework for students to learn academic reading, writing referencing, digital literacy and researching skills to support the academic learning journey. Through the work-based learning modules in years 1 and 2, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for safe and effective practice in the workplace.
With a focus on the assessment and delivery of health and social care, students will identify and apply theoretical frameworks that underpin an integrated service user assessment, be able to identify key issues impacting on service users’ ability to function effectively and will develop, implement and evaluation an intervention to enhance the wellbeing of a service user. An introduction to the core biological, psychological and social science principles that underpin effective person-centred care underpins the content of the Essential Sciences module.
At Level 5 students will explore, examine and develop the knowledge, skills and attributes of a compassionate leader in contemporary health and social care practice. You will also acquire the knowledge and develop the skills to critically examine and apply public health, rehabilitation and reablement approaches to service provision. The Transition to Professional Practice module is to help you to develop readiness and confidence in your future employability as you reflect upon personal attributes, experiences and skills to identify specific learning needs.
The course is delivered over two Semesters in each year. Students will complete 120 credits at Level 4 and 120 credits at Level 5.
Students may complete their undergraduate studies at L6 on top-up course such as:BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Studies.
In addition to offering progression for assistant practitioners, this course prepares you for a career in:
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Combined rehabilitation
Dietetics
Operating department practice
Diagnostic radiography
Therapeutic radiography
For further information please contact us by visiting the contact page on the college website.
Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.
2 years,Full time, 12 hours per week.
At Level 4 you will study the following modules to gain 120 credits:
Transition to Higher Education
Work based learning 1
Integrated holistic assessment and delivery of health and social care interventions
Essential sciences for person centred care
Progression to Level 5:
Transition to professional practice
Promoting health, wellbeing and independence
Work based learning 2
Leadership and management
Modules are assessed through course work and work-based learning. A variety of learning opportunities are offered including practical activities, role plays, work-based learning, written assignments, presentations and reflective portfolios.
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Trafford & Stockport College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
GCSE English Language and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent Level 2 qualifications.
48 UCAS points or equivalent from either a Level 3 qualification, GCE A levels or an Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject.
Mature students with relevant work experience and/or professional qualifications are welcome to apply and may be invited to interview
Applicants need to have the opportunity to complete 200 placement hours each year, either voluntary or in paid employment.
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Students need an enhanced DBS certificate, issued within 12 months of the start of the course.
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Stockport
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Phone:0300 300 0090
Email:admissions@stockport.ac.uk
Phone:0161 296 6951
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