Course information
HNC Public Health & Social Care Summary:
1 year full time
This one-year course offers an excellent opportunity if you are looking to enter the exciting world of public health and social care, or if you are already working within the field and looking to advance your career. You will gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of public health policymaking while gaining workplace experience through observations and professional reflections. This is an intellectually stimulating course, providing you with contemporary knowledge associated with a career in public health and/or social care.
Level 4 Certificate
The course is ideal for those who are looking to upskill their existing skills who are working in public health settings. Additionally, the course will deepen your knowledge and understanding of public health and social care and develop your academic literacy skills.
Modules: You will be required to attend timetabled sessions typically two days a week, allowing you to work in a public health or social care setting for the rest of the week. Students can expect a mix of online and on campus teaching (subject to Government guidance). Our virtual learning environment (VLE) allows you to stay on top of assignments 24/7. Note students are required to maintain attendance at 80%. Year 1 (Level 4): • Developing Academic Literacy • Understanding Self and Principles of Communication • Sociology of Health Care • Risk Assessment in Health Care • Introduction to Professional Practice
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Awarding body: University of Roehampton Start date: September 2022 Assessments: You will experience a range of final summative assessments and formative development activities during your studies. You can expect to be assessed on each module through mostly coursework including essays, group and individual presentations, portfolios, poster presentations, in-class assessments, reflective writing and observations. You can expect a variety of teaching and learning methods on the programme. These include formal lectures, seminars, case studies, role play, group activities and group forums.
Careers and further study: The Level 4 Higher Education Certificate in Public Health & Social Care (HECert) will equip you with the knowledge and skills to progress to our BA (Hons) programme through advance entry. Additionally, the course will prepare you for a career as an entry-level social care worker or public health assistant. It’s aimed to equip you with the experience and disciplined characteristics employers look for in a coordinator or assistant role within the Public Health and care sector.
Entry criteria Programme-specific entry requirements are as follows: Must have Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject Additionally, students must evidence: • Level 2 English or above • Level 2 Mathematics or above International applicants must satisfy the minimum English requirements as published on the College website and updated periodically (currently IELTS 6.0 or equivalent with minimum 5.5 in each of the four components). Mature students who do not meet the entry criteria are encouraged to apply and will be considered on the basis of relevant work experience, passing the course entrance assessment and successful interview.
Apply now at croydonuniversitycentre.ac.uk
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