Barnsley College University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This course prepares Assistant Practitioners to deliver high-quality, compassionate care as part of the health and social care team. Designed for band 1 and 2 workers looking to progress into band 3 and 4 roles, it develops essential skills for patient care across primary and secondary settings. Offered as a Higher Apprenticeship by Sheffield Hallam University, it enables those in assistant roles to achieve both the Higher Apprenticeship and a Foundation Degree HTQ, supporting career advancement.
This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers. Learn more about Higher Technical Qualifications.
Modules
Year 1: Work-based learning- practice portfolio (20 Credits) Work-based learning- academic (20 Credits) Transition to Higher Education (20 Credits) Essential sciences for person centred care (40 Credits) Integrated holistic assessment and delivery of health and social care interventions (20 Credits) Year 2: Work based learning-academic (20 Credits) Work-based learning-practice portfolio (20 Credits) Promoting health, wellbeing and independence (40 Credits) Using and evaluating evidence to inform practice (20 Credits) Leadership and management. (20 Credits)
Assessment method
Each module includes one or two assignments assessed through essays or presentations, along with ongoing work-based assessments through observations and documented practice hours. Note: At the end of your academic learning, to gain your apprenticeship, you will need to complete something called an End-Point Assessment (EPA). This assessment includes a professional discussion and workplace observation. During your course you will be prepared for this.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We are not currently accepting applications from international students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
English language requirements
Normally GCSE English Language or English Literature and mathematics at grade C or above or equivalents (please see below) GCSE English and mathematics equivalents Level 2 Adult Numeracy /Literacy Level 2 Key Skills /Application of Number
https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/health-care-assistant-practitioner-level-5-higher-apprenticeship/
https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/health-care-assistant-practitioner-level-5-higher-apprenticeship/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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
There is no cost to being an apprentice. All costs associated with your apprenticeship, including the cost of training and your salary, will be paid by your employer.
Provider information
Barnsley College University Centre
PO Box No 266
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2YW