Integrated Care Services

The FdA Integrated Care Services is a comprehensive programme designed to prepare students for the complexities of modern care services and the transition to management, transforming the care and support they provide for service users. Through an interdisciplinary approach, this programme :

• equips students with knowledge and critical understanding of changing attitudes and new approaches to ICS,

• equips students with leadership and management skills to excel in sector,

• blends clinical expertise with effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

Students will study communication, collaboration, alongside budget and financing. They will learn about inspection compliance and how to flourish as a reflective leader or manager to ensure they deliver quality service. Students will also learn peer coaching skills ensuring they can support others to deliver best practice.  Graduates will excel as versatile care professionals who can deliver integrated, high-quality care.

This course prepares you for a rewarding career the management of health, care, and other related services. Through a comprehensive curriculum, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this field. From administration to management, you will be equipped to lead and make a positive impact on the well-being of individuals and communities. With a focus on healthcare systems, ethics, and effective leadership, this programme paves the way for a fulfilling and impactful career.

This course includes the following core modules that all students complete:

**Year One Level 4 **
The following modules all have 20 credit value:

• Integrated Care
• Practical Skills
• Administrative Functions
• Inspection Compliance
• Peer Coaching
• Complex Care

**Year Two Level 5 **
The following modules all have 20 credit value:

• Social Pedagogy
• Health and Social Care Technologies
• Human Learning Systems
• Managing People and Flourishing as a Leader

The following module is worth 40 credits:

• Service Quality Improvement

Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.

On campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, small group seminars, workshops, guest lectures and one to one discussion with your tutor.

Students will receive 6 hours of teaching per week throughout this course. Additional one-to-one meetings with tutors will provide further support.

You will be assessed through a range of methods including written assignments, reflections, practice documents and presentations.

There will be 250 workplace hours to complete over the duration of programme with a minimum of 125 at Level 4.