University Centre Rotherham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
About this Course: The Higher National in Healthcare Professions’ Support (for England) is designed to meet the growing need for skilled support professionals in healthcare. Providing an enhanced, work-related curriculum at Levels 4 and 5 that prepares learners with the technical knowledge and competencies required in healthcare settings, as well as a pathway to further study. Overall, the program emphasizes practical care skills, evidence-based practice, and integration of health and social care knowledge to support roles such as Assistant Practitioners or other healthcare support positions. Modules HNC Core Units:
- Law
- Policy and Ethical Practice
- Demonstrating Professional Principles
- Values in Health and Social Care Practice (a 30-credit unit involving practical placement work)
- Supporting the Individual Journey through Integrated Health & Social Care
- Fundamentals of Evidence-Based Practice
- Principles of Health Education
- Effective Healthcare Practice Using Maths
- Applied Anatomy and Physiology
- Investigating Childhood: Action Research for Early Childhood Practitioners
- Improving Quality in Early Education and Care Environments
- Managing and Leading People in Children’s Early Education and Care Environments
- Managing Children’s Early Education and Care Environments
- Mentoring and Supervision in Early Education and Care Practice
- Current and Emerging Pedagogies in Early Childhood Education and Care
- Child-Centred Practice with Families and Communities
- Supporting Social Work in Child and Family contexts
- Impact of Curriculum on Early Childhood Education
- Trauma in Childhood
- Special Educational Needs and Inclusive Practice
- Outdoor Play and Learning
- Comparative Education Systems
- Students must complete at least 225 hours of work placement in appropriate healthcare settings as part of their training. This practical experience is integrated into the curriculum and is essential for developing hands-on skills.
- GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above
- Level 3 qualification (such as BTEC Nationals in Early Years or Childcare or A-Levels in related subjects) or possess equivalent industry experience to ensure they can successfully engage with the coursework.
- International or non-native English speakers should have an appropriate English proficiency since the qualification is taught and assessed in English
- Suitable work-placement in the relevant setting
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check (or equivalent background checks)
Modules
Core Units: The HNC consists of seven mandatory units (120 credits total) covering fundamental knowledge and skills for health and care. Law Policy and Ethical Practice Demonstrating Professional Principles Values in Health and Social Care Practice (a 30-credit unit involving practical placement work) Supporting the Individual Journey through Integrated Health & Social Care Fundamentals of Evidence-Based Practice Principles of Health Education Effective Healthcare Practice Using Maths Applied Anatomy and Physiology Work Placement As part of the Level 4 requirement, students must complete 375 hours of work placement in early years settings during the HNC year. This placement must span multiple age groups (covering infants, toddlers, and young children up to 7 years) to ensure breadth of experience.
Assessment method
Assessment in the Healthcare Professions’ Support HNs is heavily focused on practical application of knowledge. Students are assessed through a combination of written assignments, projects, and observations in the workplace. A critical component is the Practice Learning, Assessment and Development (PLAD) portfolio: for the large practice-based units, students must demonstrate skills and competencies during their work placements, which are assessed by both workplace supervisors and academic tutors
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- HNHP
- Institution code:
- R52
- Campus name:
- North Notts College - Worksop Campus
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
GCSE English and Maths at C/4 or above Level 3 qualification (such as BTEC Nationals in Early Years or Childcare or A-Levels in related subjects) or possess equivalent industry experience to ensure they can successfully engage with the coursework. International or non-native English speakers should have an appropriate English proficiency since the qualification is taught and assessed in English Suitable work-placement in the relevant setting Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check (or equivalent background checks)
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://ucr.rotherham.ac.uk/course/hnc-hnd-in-early-years-professional-leadership-for-england-nnc/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6900 | 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
University Centre Rotherham
Eastwood Lane
Rotherham
S65 1EG