Course summary
Embark on a fulfilling career as an Assistant Practitioner, an indispensable component of the vibrant health and social care team. Engage directly with patients, service users, or clients, providing top-notch, compassionate care. Elevated above healthcare support workers, Assistant Practitioners possess a profound understanding of factors influencing health, encompassing anatomy and physiology. This role is meticulously crafted to meet individual service needs, a culmination of localised employer initiatives. Upon completing this qualification, you'll not only acquire fundamental skills but also gain the knowledge and values essential to thrive as an Assistant Practitioner. Immerse yourself in diverse work activities, from comprehensive patient assessments to orchestrating care and mastering advanced clinical skills like catheterisation, wound care, and discharge planning. The opportunities are extensive – whether in cancer services, physiotherapy, mental health, social care, or diverse hybrid roles breaking free from traditional occupational boundaries. As an Assistant Practitioner, you'll consistently cultivate additional skills and knowledge, adapting to your employer's specifications and the distinctive requirements of your clinical or professional sphere. Unleash your potential and leave a lasting impact in the ever-evolving realm of health and social care. Discover your capabilities through Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) – globally acknowledged qualifications spanning levels 4 and 5, equivalent to the initial two years of a degree. Taking your qualifications to new heights, the incorporation of the Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) quality mark signifies your extra development in collaboration with employers, aligning seamlessly with Occupational Standards.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
The Healthcare Professions Support HND Level 5 is a two year course. During your first year, you will study a Level 4 HNC. Upon successful completion of the first year, you will then progress on to the second year to study the Level 5 HND. Modules Include: Law, Policy and Ethical Practice Demonstrating Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Practice Supporting the Individual Journey through Integrated Health and Social Care Fundamentals of Evidence-based Practice Principles of Health Education Effective Healthcare Practice Using Maths Applied Anatomy and Physiology Innovation and Improvement through Participatory Action Research Reflective Approaches in Implementing Person-centred Practice Planning Care in Practice Meeting the Needs of Individuals with Long-term Health Conditions Team and Individual Leadership: Mentoring and Coaching Others End of Life Care Planning and Support Complementary Therapies in Healthcare Practice You will also be required to complete 450 hours of work placement activities across the 2 years in a health and/or social care role providing direct care and support to service users. During this placement, you will require a supervisor in the setting who will direct and oversee your development, providing evidence for your portfolio. Therefore, it is advised that you are either employed or volunteering in this areas upon application.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 3506
- Institution code:
- B01
- Campus name:
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
In order to study the Healthcare Professions Support HND Level 5, you will need to have successfully completed: A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or a related subject), a T Level in Health, A Levels which demonstrate strong performance and subject related knowledge, or an Access to Higher Education Diploma GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2 and/or minimum IELTS score of 6 Please note that related work experience may be considered. It is strongly recommended that you are employed or volunteering in a work placement to meet the requirement of 450 hours across the 2 years of the qualification. This must be in a health and/or social care role providing direct care to service users. You will need a supervisor in your setting who can oversee your continued development and provide evidence for your portfolio.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7100 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7100 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Boston College
Skirbeck Road
Boston
Lincolnshire
PE21 6JF