Course summary
This HND in Social and Community Work is an exciting opportunity for you to extend your knowledge in the subject and gain a qualification. It is great for those who are continuing their studies or those in the workplace, wishing to increase their knowledge and skills. The study programme provides a wide-ranging study of health and social care and related sectors, through a flexible learning environment of guided learning hours, self-study and workplace experience. This HND in Social and Community work is an exciting opportunity for you to extend your knowledge in the subject and gain a qualification. It is great for those that are continuing their studies or those in the workplace, wishing to increase their knowledge and skills. The study programme provides a wide-ranging study of health and social care and related sectors, through a flexible learning environment of guided learning hours, self-study and workplace experience. You will explore a wide range of academic assessments, from assignments to case studies and presentations, as well as workplace assessments. These will be provided by lecturers and supported by placement supervisors. Assessment is always done by professional lecturers who teach on the programme. On successful completion, you will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic concepts, values and principles of social and community work, and the skills to perform effectively in several different settings in the health and social care sector. You will be able to communicate accurately and appropriately, and you will have the behaviours and qualities needed for employment that require some degree of personal responsibility. You will have developed a range of transferable skills to ensure effective teamwork, independent initiatives, organisational competence and problem-solving strategies. You will be adaptable and flexible in your approach to social and community work, have built social resilience when under pressure and be able to meet challenging targets within a given resource. The awarding body for this course is Pearson.
Modules
Modules - Year 1 • Law, policy, and ethical practice in health and social care • Demonstrating professional principles and values in health and social care practice • Mental health and well-being: a whole-person approach • Fundamentals of evidence-based practice • The organisational context of social and community work • Effective reporting and record-keeping in health and social care services • Youth and community work (optional) Modules - Year 2 • Reflective approaches in implementing person-centred practice • Investigating innovative approaches to social and community work • Co-production and partnership working in social and community work • Supported team in partnership working across health and social care services • Building relationships with individuals in marginalised communities • Supervising and managing others in social and community care • Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults
Assessment method
You will be assessed via written reports, essays, presentations, portfolios, practical projects, external assessments and work based assessments.
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
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
31Jan
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:
- SCW1
- Institution code:
- N79
- Campus name:
- Nuneaton Campus
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
This course is not accepting applications from Tier 4 international students.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £5950* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5950* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £5950* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £5950* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
There are no additional costs related to the fundamentals of participating in this programme. However, costs may occur through organised trips. These will be discussed in advance with all students.
Suggested equipment you may wish to bring with you includes laptops/tablet, notepad, pens & pencils and highlighters.
Provider information
North Warwickshire and South Leicestershire College
Hinckley Road
Nuneaton
CV11 6BH