This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Scarborough TEC has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Shape your future in Community Care – Gain experience, build expertise, and make a difference. The FdA Community Care in Practice has been designed for those who are currently working or want to work in community care. This foundation degree meets the diverse needs of the local and national communities and, as a result, students will study a range of topics that will prepare them for a non-clinical career in community health. An integral part of the programme is the 80 hours of placement undertaken by each student. Whilst on placement, students will experience professional work through a variety of community care or health-related settings. Students will record, reflect and monitor their growth and individual professional expertise to tailor their own career and academic progression. Scarborough TEC is a small, friendly college that is part of the TEC Partnership. Scarborough TEC is dedicated to the progression of students and offers progression routes in health from entry level to foundation degree. By choosing to study higher education at Scarborough TEC, you will experience the benefits of studying in a small, friendly environment whilst also being part of a larger, innovative organisation.
Modules
Level 4 Study and Research Skills Multi-disciplinary Working Sociological Perspectives The Study of Human Lifespan Industry Experience Empowerment and Equal Opportunities Level 5 Mental Health Awareness Theoretical Models of Care Industry Experience and Professional Practice Leadership and Management Research Methods Victimology
Assessment method
A wide range of assessment methods, including practical workshops and seminars in the purpose-built hospital suite, will be a key feature of the programme. The selected assessment methods will be appropriate to the demands of each module and will allow the students to demonstrate their abilities in different ways. An essential part of the programme is the integration of assessments, which are grounded in real-life experience and industry expectations. Learners can expect to be assessed utilising Essays, Presentations (in a variety of formats), Literature reviews, Reports, Group projects and Practical assessments.
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:
- C1P2
- Institution code:
- T01
- Campus name:
- Scarborough TEC
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
International admissions will be accepted.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A full level 3 qualification will be required to study at this level. Along with a relevant English and Mathematics at grade 4 and above or equivalent. However, individual circumstances may be considered.
Additional entry requirements
Other
In some circumstances it may be appropriate for a Fitness to Study to be carried out if required.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £7500 | 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
Scarborough TEC
Filey Road
Scarborough
YO11 3AZ