HS22
Full Time
September
£8,250
All students on the course require an Enhanced DBS (£50), trips may incur some cost
University Way Campus
Face-to-face via Lectures, Seminars and Tutorials
FdA Health and Social Care (HTQ)
University of Lancashire
Are you planning to start or further your career as a health and social care professional? Do you have a strong desire to help people? If yes, then this course could be for you.
The health and social care sector is vast, and this course is a great opportunity for you to empower and improve the day-to-day lives of vulnerable people. Our Foundation Degree in Arts in Health and Social Care offers a practical and academic route for those committed to improving lives within diverse settings. The course is linked closely to the UK Government’s health and social care agendas, so you’ll experience a balance of current policy, practice and academic training. The course covers a broad range of topics essential for working in the sector, including communication, safeguarding, equality, and cultural competence. You will gain a deep understanding of how to deliver person-centred care that respects individual needs and promotes independence and dignity.
Throughout your studies, you will engage with key legislation and policies that underpin practice and explore theoretical frameworks relevant to real-world care settings. This prepares you to work confidently with a variety of client groups, from children and older adults to those with physical disabilities or mental health needs.
Our FdA has been aligned with job roles in Health and Social Care sector within Local Authorities. This is course is a Higher Technical Qualification which is approved by IFATE, meaning you will develop skills and knowledge needed for working with individuals needing support, as well as addressing your continuing professional development needs and bridging the gap between theory and practice.
Year 1 modules
Care from the clients perspective (20 credits)
You will develop an understanding of partnership working with clients, carers and families, as partners in care and to comprehend how this requires significant change at personal, cultural and organisational levels.
Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology and Psychology of Health (20 credits)
You will develop your knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the body and how this may be affected by illness, disease and injury. In addition, you will be able to identify health and disease processes on diagnostic tests relevant to your area of practice.
Study and lifelong learning Skills (20 credits)
You will be given the opportunity to reflect and learn from your experiences within your studies You will learn about how to present information effectively, demonstrate independent and group working skills, and how to discuss your experiences in the context of health and social care.
Communication and Collaboration (20 credits)
You will explore the importance of interpersonal skills and collaborative working in health and social care settings. The module provides opportunities to enhance your communication skills and prepare you for effective teamwork in this field.
Foundation for Practice (40 credits)
This module develops your skills and knowledge in a health and social care setting through teamwork and problem-solving with service users, carers, and professionals. It also encourages reflection on your experiences to identify areas for improvement.
Year 2 modules
Innovation and Leadership in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
this module is to support you to develop managerial and leadership roles within the health or social care sector.
Health Promotion (20 credits)
This module will give you the opportunity to evaluate and analyse the role of health and social care workers in promoting health within a variety of contexts. You'll look at policy relating to public health and the changing contexts of health and social care delivery.
Evidence Based Practice (20 credits)
This module will allow you to develop your skills of using research of a topic from your professional discipline and use it as a basis for future action.
Supporting Professional Practice (40 credits)
This module develops your skills and knowledge in relation to health and social care provision in your work setting or work placement. You will develop and apply evidence-based skills in professional practice and reflect on your experience to enhance your practice and support your academic development.
Assessed through individual and group discussions, essays, case studies, presentations, exams, reflective accounts and the production of a portfolio, Viva questions, Multiple Choice Online Exam, Role Play presentation, Podcast.
There are placement opportunities that will allow you to apply your skills and knowledge in an area of practice that interests you, providing a firm basis for your future career. In year 1 you must complete a minimum 50 hours and in year 2 you are required to complete a minimum 100 hours.
Graduates often progress into roles such as
Homeless support worker
Support Worker
Youth Justice Worker
Healthcare Assistant
Advocacy
Early Help Practitioner
Various Management Roles in Health and Social Care
Community Outreach Worker
NHS trusts as HCA
Private hospitals as HCA
Children’s services
Social services
Family centres
Children’s homes
Work as a social prescriber
Many also choose to continue to Top-up Study in the areas of Health and Social Care by completing the BSc (Hons) Top-Up in Health & Social Care.
UCAS Tariff Points: 72 - 80
BTEC: Merit, Pass, Pass
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 72 - 80 points
GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or FS2 or KS3
Accreditation of prior learning is considered on an individual basis for those candidates that have undertaken relevant study in a health and social care related field.
Accreditation of prior experiential learning (APEL) is considered on an individual basis for those candidates that have relevant work experience in a health and social care related field.
All students must be prepared to undergo and prove they have an enhanced DBS suitable to work with vulnerable adults and children.