FdSc Foundation Degree Health Care Practice (work based)

Subjects covered Level 4 This provides all students with a thorough grounding in a range of health subjects and practical skills. • Academic Skills Development • Anatomy and Physiology • Professional Communication Skills • Sociology and Equality • Dementia Care and Support • Person Centred Care with Safeguarding Level 5 This offers students the opportunity to develop their skills in more depth. • Research Methods in Healthcare Practices • Public Health and Health Promotion • Pathology and Long Term Medical Conditions • Psychology of Health, Ill-Health and Challenging Behaviour • End of life care • Personal Development Assessment A wide range of assessment methods are used in this programme, which have been chosen to suit the subject material being taught. The range of assessment methods you will experience will give you the confidence and capability to complete an Honours degree and progress further in your career. Your Tutor will be on hand to provide support during the assessment process and discuss any queries you may have. The range of assessment methods used in this programme includes: • Assessed coursework / assignments • Case studies • Reflective diary • Written reports • Formal examinations • Personal development plans • Project proposals • Presentations Careers The College is committed to delivering programmes that enhance the employability of our students by equipping them with the essential skills valued by employers. The College has always had a strong vocational and professional focus, effective links with industry and employs a range of strategies to ensure that our graduates are ready to enter the world of work. Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to progress into NHS Band 4 assistant practitioner job roles set out by Skills for Health in careers such as: • Rehabilitation of Diabetes, Stroke and Dementia care • Macmillan palliative care worker and End of Life Care • Radiotherapy in a variety of specialist areas • Mental Health within a variety of care pathways and settings • Children’s Services within a variety of care pathways and settings • Assistant Nurse practitioner in a variety of specialist areas