• Overview

The health and social care sector is the largest in the UK, employing over 4 million people. This course, designed with input from healthcare employers, provides opportunities to develop skills for working in health and social care environments both locally and internationally. Located in London, it offers access to numerous NHS and private hospitals.

The course emphasizes real-life case studies, prioritization, negotiation, and care planning skills, preparing graduates for various roles and entrepreneurial opportunities in the sector.

• Entry Requirements

UK or Overseas Qualifications:

• Level 2 qualification (GCSE’s, Secondary School)
• Level 3 qualification such as:
  • A Levels | BTEC | Higher National Certificate (HNC) | Certificate of Higher Education

Work Experience Route:

• Minimum 6 months work experience in the last 2 years under a skilled job category
• A confirmation email from the employer detailing job role and duration of work

• Flexible Timetable Options

Standard Delivery:
– 2 days a week on-campus classes (10:00 A.M – 04:00 P.M)

Non-Standard Delivery (Evening and Weekend):
– 2 evenings (06:00 P.M to 09:00 P.M) + Saturday (10:00 A.M – 04:00 P.M)

• Modules

Year 1

• Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Academic and Professional Skills
• The Health and Social Care Professional
• Health and Safety in Care Settings

Year 2

• Lifecycle Development
• Principles and Practice of Safeguarding
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Health Promotion
• Sustainability in Career Development

Year 3

• Contemporary Issues in Healthcare
• Comparative Healthcare Systems
• Leadership and Change Management
• Undergraduate Major Project (Healthcare)

• Associated Jobs

• Assistant Practitioner (e.g., Occupational Therapy Assistant)
• Physician Associate (Further training in biological/biomedical sciences required)
• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
• Primary Care Graduate Mental Health Worker
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Community Development Worker
• Education Welfare Officer
• Medical Sales Representative

Further Study for Professional Qualifications:

• Pathway to Accelerated Nursing Degree
• Graduate Programme for Social Work Degree