Health & Social Care (Level 4&5)
Available Options
Health & Social Care (Level4)
- University 1st Year (Level 4) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
Health & Social Care (Level 4&5)
- Two courses
- University 1st Year (Level 4) Full Course Materials and Exams
- University 2nd Year (Level 5) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
Health & Social Care (Level 5)
- University 2nd Year (Level 5) Full Course Materials and Exams
Access to full course materials, exams, tutor support and payment plan.
About the course
The Undergraduate Level 4/5 Health and Social Care course is a 240 credit course designed to fast track students to the final year of an associated Undergraduate degree within the Health and Social care sector, the final year Top up Degree can be completed at a UK university on campus or via distance learning.
The Level 4 modules and assignments of this course are equivalent to the first year of a University Degree and the Level 5 modules and assignments are equivalent to the second year of a University Degree.
This course is made up of six Level 4 modules and assignments (120 credits) and five level 5 modules and assignments (120 credits), If a student decides to only study at Level 4 they will receive 120 credits and can apply for an exemption from the first year of a university Degree course.
Each module consists of approximately 40 guided learning hours of material with an additional 30-50 hours of optional learning material. These materials comprise recommended exercises, recommended readings and internet resources.
Course Modules
- Academic study skills
- Communicating in health and social care
- An introduction to healthcare policy
- Reflective practice
- Managing people in health and social care
- Sociology: concepts in health and ill health
Course Summary
Qualification Type: Undergraduate Degree
Level: 3
Credit: 240
Duration: Flexible
Study Method: Online
Progression
You can progress to the following Universities
- Anglia Ruskin University
- University of Derby
- Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
Full Course Details
Academic study skills
The aim of this module is to enable learners to develop the necessary skills and understanding to study effectively within higher education. This will enable learners to acquire the necessary reflective and critical thinking skills required to achieve individual learning potential.
Communicating in health and social care
The aim of this module is to develop the learner’s awareness of different forms of communication used in health and social care settings and its importance for effective service delivery.
An introduction to healthcare policy
The aim of this module is to develop the learners' awareness of different influences on healthcare and their effect on the development of policy. Evaluation of healthcare policy will allow learners to examine what are the key contemporary issues for those making policy, providers and those receiving support.
Reflective practice
This module is designed to introduce the learner to reflective practice in all its forms. Reflections on practice and in practice are important concepts in health and social care and feed into the idea of self -development linking theory to practice.
Managing people in health and social care
The aim of this module is to enable learners to understand the processes involved in the recruitment, management and development of people in the health and social care workplace.
In this module, learners will investigate the processes involved in the management of individuals in the health and social care workplace and how to facilitate change in the organisation.
Sociology: concepts in health and ill-health
The aim of this module is for learners to gain an understanding of sociological concepts of health and ill-health and their application to care practice in health and social care. It will enable learners to gain an understanding of the nature of contemporary society and its influences on the perception of health and ill-health. Learners will explore how society is structured in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, social class, family and households and its impact on health and well-being.
Principles underpinning health and social care
All health and social care professionals have professional codes of conduct. The aim of this module is to develop an understanding of the values, theories and policies underpinning health and social care practice and the mechanisms that exist to promote good practice within the sector.
The management of quality in health and social care
Quality is an essential component of health and social care services and a concept with many different interpretations and perspectives. The aim of this module is for learners to develop an understanding of different perspectives on health and social care service quality and how it is evaluated in order to empower and involve users of services.
Research project
This module aims to develop the learner’s skills of independent enquiry and critical analysis by undertaking a small pilot investigation of direct relevance to their higher education programme or professional development.
Partnership working in health and social care
The aim of this module is to enable learners to develop an understanding of the importance of working positively in partnership with others in health and social care. Learners will explore the nature of partnership on three levels. First, they will examine partnerships with users of services that empower individuals to make informed decisions and encourage independence. Second, they will consider partnerships between different professionals within health and social care and explore inter-agency working. Finally, learners will investigate organisational partnerships and examine different ways of joint working.
Working with service users with complex needs
The aim of this unit is to help learners to understand issues of health, disability and illness and how health care professionals can empower those with complex physical and mental health needs to determine their own care.
To enrol onto the level 4 course, you must be at least 18 and have a full secondary education. Before enrolling onto the level 5 course, you must have attained a level 4 or equivalent.
For learners who have recently been in education or training the entry profile is likely to include one of the following:
- 5 or more GCSEs at grades C and above
- other related level 2 subjects
- other equivalent international qualifications
Learners must also have an appropriate standard of English to enable them to access relevant resources and complete the course modules and assignments.
Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include relevant work experience (paid and/or unpaid), participation and/or achievement of relevant qualifications.
Is the online payment taken immediately?
Yes. Once NLC has received the cleared funds your course material will be released to you immediately.
Is there any financial assistance available?
NLC offers instalment payment plan (see our Online Study Policy) so that you can pay for your course over a set number of months. Contact us for more information about this.
UK students may also be eligible for student loans for the university top-up programme. Learners should make enquiries direct to their chosen university.
Are there likely to be any additional costs?
This will depend on your chosen course and any extra or additional learning resources that may be needed. This will be explained before you commit yourself to the course.
What payment options are available?
Payment can be made online through bank transfer or through any of our international banks.
How much do assessments cost?
Assessments are included with the course purchases.
If you decide to top up to a full Undergraduate Degree through an accredited UK university, the costs are listed below. Please note, the below costs are for distance learning/online only. You have the option of finishing on campus; costs will vary depending on which university you chose to complete the final year at.
Anglia Ruskin University
Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care (top-up) BSc (Hons)
University of Derby
Integrative Health and Social Care (Top- Up) BSc (Hons)
Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Top up available.
Please enquire for top up prices for Charles Bekeev International University (CBIU)
