The Health and Social Care sector is constantly evolving, and our CertHE programme is designed to help you keep pace with these changes. Whether you're interested in working with adults, children, or young people, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in various roles within the sector. Our curriculum reflects the latest policies and practices, ensuring you are well-prepared for the current and future demands of health and social care work.
The CertHE in Health and Social Care is focused on building a skilled workforce capable of meeting national health and social care goals. By enrolling in this programme, you'll gain a solid foundation in the core areas of health and social care. This course is structured to provide both theoretical and practical learning experiences, helping you to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the field.
This certificate can serve as a stepping stone to further studies, such as progressing onto a full BSc degree in Health and Social Care. This progression will deepen your expertise and enhance your career prospects in the sector.
We believe in a student-centered approach, focusing on practical and theoretical learning. Our programme aims to develop reflective and analytical skills, preparing you for a dynamic career in health and social care. We offer access to current key organisations and people within the health sector. We also provide a high level of academic support across the whole university to help strengthen your academic skills.
The course provides an overview of the merged health and care sector and offers opportunities for you to enter the workforce in a range of roles. A range of ages, experiences and current job roles utilise this course to upskill and progress in health and care.
In this first year, you will explore the foundations of health and social care, focusing on key concepts, policy, and the skills needed for effective practice. You'll study counselling, communication, and therapeutic relationship, psychology in health and social care and management organisational behaviour and digital, helping you to gain a solid base for your future studies.
This course is available at multiple locations across the UK, offering you flexibility to study close to home or in a new environment.
Each campus offers modern facilities, dedicated health and social care labs, and access to experienced tutors who are practitioners in the field.
Standard entry requirements:
English Language Requirements:
For international students: IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any component, or equivalent qualification.
Additional Requirements:
All applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service) before starting the course.
Successful completion of this course opens doors to various roles within the health and social care sector, including:
Work in hospitals, clinics or community settings providing essential care to patients.
Support individuals and families in need within social care organizations.
Help individuals live independently in their own homes or supported housing.
This qualification also provides a solid foundation for progression to our BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care degree or specialist roles in mental health, disability services, or elderly care.
