Bedford College Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
If you are eager to start or progress into a rewarding career making a real difference to people’s lives, a Health & Social Care course could be perfect for you. You’ll gain the practical skills and understanding you need to succeed in the sector. Are you interested in caring for people, particularly when they are vulnerable? Are you a caring, practical person who wishes to understand the theoretical basis behind care? Do you wish to enter health or social care provision in an advanced support worker role, Senior Support Worker, Assistant Practitioner or similar roles in the Health and Social Care sectors? This course is aimed at people like you and is flexible with a range of modules to match participants' personal and professional development needs. This course is franchised and awarded by the University of Bedfordshire and provides you with an advanced knowledge of the Health and Social Care sector. The course will run on a Wednesday and you will be required to have a placement within the care industry to carry out the practical tasks. Your Tutor will be on hand to support you throughout your course to develop your skills, prepare you for your next steps and help you to achieve your goals. Your Study Programme includes valuable additions to help you succeed! • You will have a regular 1:1 appointment with highly qualified and experienced professionals who will help you to manage your workload, give you valuable feedback and ensure that you meet College expectations. • Careers Advice & Guidance is available throughout your time at CBC from our friendly, dedicated Advisors. They can provide you with a wide range of support including CV writing, UCAS applications, interview skills and much more. Upon completing your course, you have a great range of options available to help you continue your adventure. • You may choose to continue your studies and top up your FdA to a BA or BSC Degree with the University of Bedfordshire or other participating Universities. • Following the successful completion of this qualification you have many opportunities for employment, click here to see a range of Health and Social Care Careers!
Modules
Health And Social Care Practice Skills • Introduction To Academic Study And Work-Based Learning In Health And Social Care • The Law And Contemporary Social Issues • Understanding The Human Services • Comparing Health And Welfare Systems Globally • Evidence-Based Health And Social Care Practice • Managing Work-Based Projects In Health And Social Care • Mental Health And Society • Multi-Agency Working In Practice
Assessment method
The assessments are closely aligned to the course learning outcomes and graduate impact statements with a range of assessment methods, for example, action plans, reports, case studies, posters, portfolios, self-reviews, oral presentations, and closed book examinations. Assessments will also develop key skills needed for working in health and social care settings, such as the ability to communicate clearly, self-appraise practice and be a team player. Most units include elements of individual and group activity to reflect the type of work undertaken in an organisation though if group work is used as part of the units assessment strategy, it is primarily individually assessed often with a requirement for reflection on the process and learning from collaborative work. You will also be assessed in your ability to become an independent learner, to reflect and to self-appraise your skills development and evaluate your learning and its relevance to professional and vocational practice using evidence from your course work and workplace.
How to apply
25Jan
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:
- HSC9
- Institution code:
- B23
- Campus name:
- Central Bedfordshire College
- Campus code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A Foundation Degree will be of particular interest if you have completed a Modern Apprenticeship, vocational A levels, BTEC National or equivalent. Foundation Degrees are also particularly suitable if you want to qualify while working. As a guideline, a typical offer would require you to obtain a UCAS tariff score of between 32-48 points, based on your level 3 studies. Many students studying for foundation degrees come to us through work-based routes so you can apply for a foundation degree even if you don't have traditional academic qualifications. We welcome applicants with relevant work experience.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://he.centralbeds.ac.uk/courses/fda-health-social-care-practice
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6165 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Fees subject to change.
Provider information
Central Bedfordshire College
Main Campus
Dunstable
LU5 4HG