BTEC Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care (HND)

Introduction

The aim of this course is to prepare and equip students with knowledge and skills in the practice and management of Health and Social Care programmes leading to employment or further and higher education to degree level. The Edexcel BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) is highly regarded, nationally and internationally recognised, undergraduate level programmes, equivalent to the first and second year of a university degree course. They are at Level 5 on the National Qualifications Framework. These Health and Social Care programmes have been designed to equip individuals with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for employment in Health & Social Care, both in the UK and overseas. These qualifications meet and exceed the national minimum standard of qualification set by the Care Quality Commission for those practising in Health & Social Care in the UK.
The course is suitable for all those already working in the sector who wish to gain practical skills and a formal NQF Level 5 qualification in order to progress to supervisor or junior management level roles.
Credit Value: 240

 

Entry Requirements

Students should have completed a Level 3 Diploma, access course or other equivalent Level 3 qualifications.

 

Programme Aims

• Provide learners with opportunities to develop academic skills appropriate for a range of progression options.
• Provide grounding for key concepts and practical skills required in the Health and Social Care sector.
• Enable learners to develop an advanced knowledge and understanding of Health and Social Care.
• Enable learners to apply a range of transferable skills to subject related topics, issues and situations.
• Encourage learners to apply theoretical understanding and evaluation to complex content.

 

How long is the course?

The course runs for 30 weeks per year for two years during which candidates will attend directed study lessons for approximately 12 hours per week.

 

Programme Content

The course consists of 6 core units:

• Research Project
• Communicating in Health and Social Care
• Principles of Health & Social Care Practice
• Health & Safety in Health & Social Care
• Personal & Professional Development in Health and Social Care
• Working in Partnership in Health and Social Care

There is also an additional 10 specialist units.

 

Mode of Delivery

Participation in a variety of teaching and learning methods which include interactive lectures, seminar presentations, group projects, independent directed study, study skills workshops. Students are expected to participate in classes which are designed to be interactive.

 

Method of Assessment

Ongoing assessment of coursework, assignments, presentations and projects. Each unit is assessed by one or more of these methods and all assessments are externally verified by Edexcel. Grades awarded are Pass, Merit and Distinction. There is no overall grade awarded for this qualification.

 

Progression

BTEC HNDs are well established qualifications with a proven track record of success. They are a recognised and popular route to university leading to the final year of a Bachelor Degree or to a specialised Bachelor Degree top-up, which usually lasts 1 academic year.

This course also prepares students for a wide range of careers in Health and Social Care such as:

• Health care
• Social care
• Vocational applications
• Humanities
• Teaching
  

 

How to Apply

You will need to apply via UCAS.
UCAS Code: 099L
Institution Code: S77

If you need help with this process or advice and guidance, please contact our Student Support Services on 01384 344400 or email: student.services@stourbridge.ac.uk