Normally five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English language or literature or equivalent*, plus an honours degree recognised in the UK at 2.2 or above in any subject, together with relevant personal or professional experience of social care. You may also be able to claim credit points which can reduce the amount of time it takes to complete your qualification at Sheffield Hallam. GCSE English equivalents are: • equivalency test from www.equivalencytesting.co.uk International and European Union entry qualifications: If you are an international or EU student, please visit our international qualifications web page to see the country specific academic qualifications we accept. If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. If your level of English language is currently below IELTS 7.0 we recommend you consider an appropriate Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve the required level of English. Please note that the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) require IELTS 7.0 with no element below 6.5 for registration. Helping your application succeed: Experience of interacting with members of the public from a range of backgrounds in different settings is essential when applying to a health or social care course. This is so you will have an understanding of the diversity of the population who access health and social care. It is important to be able to understand and explain how your experiences relate to the activities and qualities which are required for the profession at your interview. Reference: You must provide a reference from a current or recent employer or educational institution with your UCAS application. Course enrolment - professional requirements: Before enrolling you must fully declare the following information on the pre-admission declaration forms provided during the admissions process: unfiltered criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings; involvement in disciplinary proceedings during paid or voluntary employment or education establishments; involvement with safeguarding proceedings, social services or related organisations; enrolment on a health or social work professional course at another University. Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Criminal Record Check: you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) criminal record check prior to or during the enrolment week of your course. This will be provided by the University free of charge; you will need to present valid identity documents as part of the application process; if you have lived outside of the UK for more than six consecutive months in the last five years you must provide an overseas criminal record check; where your DBS Enhanced Disclosure certificate contains any recorded information you must present this to the Professional Issues Team within ten working days of receipt of the certificate. Occupational Health Screening: You will need to undertake occupational health screening to determine your suitability to undertake the course. This will be provided by the University free of charge. As part of this assessment you are expected to provide all relevant, truthful and accurate information to ensure a safe environment for yourself and service users. Immunisations: You must undertake a programme of immunisations as required by the Department of Health and meet the immunisation and immunity requirements of placement providers. This will be provided by the University free of charge. Please obtain details of your immunisation history from your doctor so you can submit this during your Occupational Health Screening.

English language requirements