Course summary
This course aims to equip you to become a professional, self-reflecting individual who can meet the demands of employers in the healthcare sector and thrive in a constantly changing world. By successfully completing this course, you should be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic concepts, values, and principles of healthcare practice, and learn the skills needed to perform effectively as a support worker in different settings in the healthcare sector. Around a third of your learning will take place in diverse practice-based learning environments applying theoretical knowledge to real-world practice. The course requires a total of 450 mandatory placement hours to be completed over the two years. You will receive ongoing support from experienced registered professionals. Please see the ‘How you will learn’ section of our course web page for more details. You will also complete a practical learning assessment and development portfolio log (PLAD) throughout your mandatory placements. The PLAD is used to journal your experiences and document your progress, evidence your learning and demonstrate your competence to future employers. Developed with the NHS and independent sector employers, this course aims to: • equip you with the healthcare practice skills, knowledge, and understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global health and social care environment. • provide insight and understanding into the diversity of roles within the healthcare sector, recognising the importance of collaboration at all levels. • provide opportunities for you to enter or progress in employment in healthcare, or progress to higher education qualifications such as an honour’s degree in healthcare or a related area. • support you in understanding the local, regional, and global context of healthcare practice, management, and health promotion. • provide you with opportunities to address contemporary health and care issues facing the sector, and society at large, with particular emphasis on integrated and compassionate care, and person-centred approaches to providing healthcare to individuals across their lifespan. Those who successfully complete the Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions’ Support HTQ will be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of the basic concepts, values and principles of healthcare practice, and the skills to perform effectively as a support worker in different settings in the healthcare sector. Please note, students are required to undergo a DBS check. For the most up-to-date information about course modules, sandwich years or part-time learning, please visit our website.
![](https://prod.df.ucascdn.com/4.11.5/images/search/higher-technical-qualification.png)
Modules
Year 1: Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Law Politics and Ethical Practice Evidenced Based Practice and Principles of Health Education Applied Anatomy and Physiology in Healthcare Year 2: Participatory Actioned Research Practice and Care Planning in Healthcare Long Term Health and End of Life Care Planning Mentoring, Coaching and Project Management in Healthcare
Assessment method
This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods may include: • essays • group work • presentations • reports • projects • coursework • individual assignments. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.
How to apply
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
International students should apply directly to CU directly. Read our application pages to find out your next steps to apply. https://www.coventry.ac.uk/cul/international/how-to-apply/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £7950 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £7950 | Year 1 |
Wales | £7950 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £7950 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £7950 | Year 1 |
EU | £18300 | Year 1 |
International | £18300 | 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
Provider information
CU London (Dagenham)
Dagenham Civic Centre
Rainham Road North
London
RM10 7BN
Clearing contact details
Recruitment and Admissions Office
02476 888888
Additional information
Thursday 17 August 08:00-21:00, Friday 18 August 08:00-18:00, Saturday 19 August 10:00-16:00, Sunday 20 August 10:00-16:00, Monday 21 August onwards (weekdays only) 08:00-19:00