Part Time Course code 2521

The purpose of this course is to provide students with knowledge and understanding of core subject areas in health and social care to support progression to further learning or opportunities in the workplace. The Health and Social Care is a sector that requires a boost to it's workforce and now is a great time to get qualified and progress in the industry.

Available dates

There are no available sessions for the remainder of this academic year.

  • Duration

    16 weeks
  • Campus

    Hemel Hempstead Campus
  • Fees

    £362
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  • Entry Criteria

    Applicants will usually require a Level 2 or above in English and preferably maths, whilst you will not be required to attend placement in a real work environment, it is advisable that you already are working 30 hours or more in a care setting to support your studies.

  • What will I study?

    Subject areas include:


    • Lifespan development - explore physical, intellectual, emotional and social development across the human lifespan, and the factors affecting development and the effects of ageing


    • Individual needs - establish the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines


    • Communicating in the health and social care sector - identify sources of information and support or services to enable more effective communication


    • Anatomy and physiology for health and social care - understand anatomy and physiology in relation to all forms of health and social care methods and procedures

  • Future Prospects

    The certificate supports progression to further learning, or to employment within the health and social care sector.