18Jun
BusinessCourse summary
Whether you’re interested in working with adults or young people, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to succeed in various roles within the Health and Social Care sector. This course incorporates the latest policies and practices, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to meet both current and future industry demands. You will explore the dynamic and essential fields of health and social care, public health, and wellbeing. Community health emphasizes interventions delivered outside traditional healthcare settings, with Community Health Workers playing a vital role in improving access and providing early guidance through strong interpersonal connections. This course will provide opportunities:
- to progress to the next level of study: 1 year to convert your Certificate into a Diploma in Higher Education—Wellbeing in the Community.
- to gain employment in Alternative therapeutic practices, Voluntary sector project management, Domiciliary care, Residential Care, Assisted Independent Living, Probationary work, the Police force, and Youth Work.
Modules
The course content, includes: Communication and Interpersonal Interaction, Care Practice, Community provision – Safeguarding Vulnerable Individuals, Supporting Independent Living through Empowerment and Resilience.
Assessment method
The programme will include lectures, tutorials and a substantial work placement. You will usually have to complete portfolios, oral and poster presentations and written assignments as you progress through the programme.
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
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:
- L574
- Institution code:
- N13
- Campus name:
- Afan College
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 - 88 points
Entry criteria detail a typical offer but the College considers all applications on an individual basis which means that we could make offers based on qualifications, personal profile and experience. If you have any queries regarding your offer, please contact our Admissions Team.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | 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
This course requires the student to acquire a DBS certificate, this is at a cost to themselves. The cost of travel to and from your work placement.
Provider information
NPTC Group
Dwr-Y-Felin Road
Neath
SA10 7RF