Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB
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Admissions
Email:HE.Admissions@solihull.ac.uk
Phone:0121 678 7000
Fax: 0121 678 7200
Healthcare Professions' Support for England
- HND
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
The Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions in England with HTQ status has been developed in conjunction with the NHS and independent sector employers, and education providers who are currently usings HND’s to educate and train their workforce. As a level 5 qualification it meets Health Education England's assistant practitioner framework requirements.
This qualification has been designed for those working as or seeking to become trainee assistant practitioners and, ultimately assistant practitioners in health and social care, and to pursue or advance their career in health care practice or related fields. Once you have studied the level 5 Higher National Diploma, you could develop your careers in health care by entering employment, committing to continuing professional development or going to university.
What are Higher Technical Qualifications: These qualifications have been developed by awarding bodies, who have worked with employers and businesses to make sure that students get the specific training, knowledge, and skills they need for their chosen career.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsModules
You will study a range of units that will enable you to progress successfully into further study or the world of work. This will also include independent skills, interpersonal skills, clinical practice skill and research and evaluation skills. Some of the units you will study include:
Law, Policy and Ethical Practice
Demonstrating Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Practice,
Promoting physical and mental health and emotional wellbeing.
Planning care in practice
End of Life care planning and support
Planning care in practice.
Assessment method
You will be assessed through assignment work and practical experience. The assignments will be completed using a variety of methods. Whilst on placement you will complete a Practice Learning, Assessment and Development Portfolio.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
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:
- Course does not award QTS
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- HND • Full-time • 2 Years
Start dates
- 09/2025
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HS01
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?
How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- HS01
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff
96 pointsMust be in a relevant subject.
A level
CCCCMust be in a relevant subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMMMust be in a relevant subject.
Access to HE Diploma
A minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 and must be in a relevant subject.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
4 GCSE's at grade 4-9 or A*-C must include English and Mathematics.
T Level
Pass (C and above)In a relevant subject.
Additional entry requirements
- Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
- Applicants applying for this course will require a DBS certificate.
- Interview
- All applicants are required to attend an interview and will be notified of the date and time via email, a text reminder is also sent the day before the interview. Applicants applying from outside the West Midlands alternative interview arrangements can be made for you, but we strongly encourage all prospective applicants come along to view Solihull College and University Centre’s facilities and meet the teaching teams. As part of your interview and possibly your offer you will be required to provide your original certificates, including GCSE’s or equivalents.
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Historical entry grades data BETA
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.
Not enough data available
We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £6701 | Year 1 |
| England | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6701 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6701 | 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.
Additional fee information
It is recommended that you budget for your own laptop, if this is not possible the college has IT resources that you can use.
Also, an Enhanced DBS will be required for this course, Students may also wish to purchase key texts and there may be external visit opportunities that will also incur additional costs. Other costs include photocopying and printing and depending on the direction and ambition of your work. We suggest budgeting approximately £250-£300 in the first year.
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary.
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