Full Time Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care

Duration
2 years, Full-time
Awarding Body
Edexcel
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have successfully obtained a level 3 qualification. Applicants must also satisfy ACCESS NI checks.

Course Content
This programme contains 16 units which include eight mandatory units, for example: Ensuring Health and Safety Health and Social Care Research Project Understanding Abuse Continuing Professional Development
Course Aims
To equip individuals with underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for success in employment in the health and social care sector at supervisory or management levels or as a foundation to further study at degree level.
Special Features
The ability to apply theory to practice is an essential aspect of the course. Students must spend a minimum of 400 hours in placement in a range of care settings over the two years of the course. The course also involves educational visits to care settings and guest speakers.
Assessment Methods
Units will be assessed through essays, practical observations, research projects, seminar presentations and examinations.
Achievements/Qualifications
Edexcel Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Progression Routes
Successful students can progress to a wide range of Level 5 degree programmes including Nursing, Social Work, Youth and Community Work and Psychology. This programme allows students to gain a higher level qualification whilst combing theory to work based practice.