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Integrated Care Services at DN Colleges Group - UCAS

DN Colleges Group

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: Sheffield Hallam University

Integrated Care Services

Course options

2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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DN Colleges Group has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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14Jan
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16Jan
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Course summary

The FdA Integrated Care Services is a comprehensive programme designed to prepare students for the complexities of modern care services and the transition to management, transforming the care and support they provide for service users. Through an interdisciplinary approach, this programme :

  • equips students with knowledge and critical understanding of changing attitudes and new approaches to ICS,
  • equips students with leadership and management skills to excel in sector,
  • blends clinical expertise with effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
Students will study communication, collaboration, alongside budget and financing. They will learn about inspection compliance and how to flourish as a reflective leader or manager to ensure they deliver quality service. Students will also learn peer coaching skills ensuring they can support others to deliver best practice.  Graduates will excel as versatile care professionals who can deliver integrated, high-quality care. This course prepares you for a rewarding career the management of health, care, and other related services. Through a comprehensive curriculum, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in this field. From administration to management, you will be equipped to lead and make a positive impact on the well-being of individuals and communities. With a focus on healthcare systems, ethics, and effective leadership, this programme paves the way for a fulfilling and impactful career.

Modules

This course includes the following core modules that all students complete: Year One Level 4 The following modules all have 20 credit value:

  • Integrated Care
  • Practical Skills
  • Administrative Functions
  • Inspection Compliance
  • Peer Coaching
  • Complex Care
Year Two Level 5 The following modules all have 20 credit value:
  • Social Pedagogy
  • Health and Social Care Technologies
  • Human Learning Systems
  • Managing People and Flourishing as a Leader
The following module is worth 40 credits:
  • Service Quality Improvement
Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.

Assessment method

On campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, small group seminars, workshops, guest lectures and one to one discussion with your tutor. Students will receive 6 hours of teaching per week throughout this course. Additional one-to-one meetings with tutors will provide further support. You will be assessed through a range of methods including written assignments, reflections, practice documents and presentations. There will be 250 workplace hours to complete over the duration of programme with a minimum of 125 at Level 4.

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

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:
LNIC
Institution code:
N64
Campus name:
University Campus North Lincolnshire
Campus code:
N

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

We accept General Studies and Access to HE Diploma from a QAA recognised Access to HE course. GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics at grade 4 /D or above or equivalents (please see below) GCSE English and Maths equivalents: Level 2 Adult Numeracy/Literacy Level 2 Key Skills/Application of Number Equivalency test We also welcome applications from people of any age who might not meet the standard entry criteria. We would expect to see evidence of competency to pursue the course successfully. You must be able to demonstrate your potential to be caring and compassionate and the ability to develop meaningful relationships with service users and carer. Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months working in the sector, working as or working towards a supervisory or management role. We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from a variety of backgrounds and situations. If you have been out of formal education for some time, and/or you do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help. Please get in touch to find out more.

Student Outcomes

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65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
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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

Fees for the 25/26 cycle are to be confirmed.
Integrated Care Services at DN Colleges Group - UCAS