HTQ Modules in Health Care Professionals Support for England (Part Time)
Mode of study | 1 lesson per week |
Duration | 10 Weeks |
Campus | London Road Campus |
Start date | 13 January 2025 Please note that day of week is just an indication at this stage and could be subject to change |
Course code | PLR4HHP (2425) |
Runs on | Monday 10:00-16:00 |
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This short higher-level programme focuses on:
Principles of Health Education
Health education is a key role of all healthcare practitioners and is aimed at equipping others with the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes necessary to promote and maintain health and, ultimately, positively influence health outcomes. In addition, health education is a key focus for the government, underpinned by the significant increase in funding in this area over recent years owing to its significant benefits to health outcomes.
Reflective Approaches in Implementing Person-centred Practice
Reflective practice is used throughout the health and social care professions as a means of improving skills, reviewing how situations were managed and identifying areas in need of further development. This promotes the use of best practices and a more professional approach to the users of services. Reflective practice works to ensure that a high-quality service is offered to the users of services, and the effective practitioner identifies areas for development and where they can share good practice.
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Who is it for?
This part-time course is aimed at those wishing to further their academic qualifications and enhance their career opportunities within the health sector. The HND in Health Professions’ Support has been designed to enable students to undertake a qualification that is completely relevant to the service users they care for, the professions they support and their employers.
The delivery model has been designed to satisfy the busiest of lifestyles to include evenings, weekends, directed study different days/ times of delivery i.e. face to face, online tutorials, remote learning.
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Entry Requirements
All applicants are individually assessed on their qualifications, skills, and experience. You should have the desire to further your career in the health care sector and hold an industry-related level 3 qualification, A Levels or equivalent. Also, applicants should either already be working in the health sector or be prepared to gain work experience.
Ideally, applicants should also have GCSE maths and English (or equivalent). If the applicant has the necessary experience within professional roles but not the appropriate qualification, then this will be assessed on evidence of work history.
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What does the course involve?
Unit 5: Principles of Health Education - this unit aims to develop students’ knowledge, understanding and skills regarding providing and supporting the provision of health education to improve the health and well-being of individuals accessing healthcare services. It will develop students’ understanding of the factors that impact health and explore the methods used to identify health inequalities at a local level. Students will also enhance their understanding of the relationship between health beliefs and illness, enabling them to assess how health beliefs can influence communication between healthcare practitioners and service users. This unit will also provide an opportunity to discuss ways in which barriers to effective communication can be addressed and overcome.
Unit 24: Reflective Approaches in Implementing Person-centred Practice - this unit provides students with an opportunity to further develop their skills as reflective practitioners. It requires students to bring together classroom and previous real-world knowledge from across their programme, demonstrating their professional development using reflective approaches. Through this unit, students will be supported to take responsibility for their own learning, demonstrate their capacity to continuously learn and grow, reflect on their own practice and encourage others to develop their practice.
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How is the course assessed?
Your work will be continually assessed throughout this flexible and blended programme. Attendance will be required with online support and resources available throughout.
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How much does it cost?
This programme is fully funded by the Department for Education.
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Additional Notes
Delivery has been designed to meet learners needs with a flexible approach it will include, face to face, directed and remote study.
Week Beginning 17:00 - 20:30 10/09/2024
Intro to Unit/ Enrolment
17/09 /2024
Introductory Reading - Distance Learning
24/09/2024
College
01/10/2024
College
08/10/2024
College
15/10/2024
College
22/10/2024
College
Saturday Consolidation 10 - 14:00 29/10/2024
Half Term
05/11/2024
College
12/11/2024
College
19/11/2024
College
26/11/2024
College
03/12/2024
College
10/12/2024
College
17/12/2024
Self Directed Learning
24/12/2024
Holiday
31/12/2024
Holiday
07/01/2025
College assignment launch
14/01/2025
College Assignment Support
Saturday Consolidation 10 - 14:00 21/01/2025
College Assignment Support/Tutorials
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What do I do next?
Katie Webb
Health & Social Care BTEC (A Level Sociology and Psychology)
Previous school: St Dominic’s School
I have completed two placements at Shortwood Primary School as part of my studies. This has helped me to decide on my future aim of becoming a Primary School Teacher. I enjoy Health & Social Care as it helps me balance out my workload.
Chloe Brooks
Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
Previous school: Shrewsbury Academy
I really enjoyed my placement at The Column Nursery. The staff there were very friendly and approachable. This placement has allowed me to develop my skills with younger children, which I think will help me whilst working towards my future career. I definitely recommend working with The Column Nursery.
Gareth Matthews
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Previous school: William Brookes School
When I was younger I spent a lot of time in hospital and the wonderful staff inspired me to pursue a career as a midwife. The teachers always answer your queries and help you manage your time. Last year I got a distinction for Level 2 and was eager to come back this year. The partnership between SCG and the NHS offers an amazing opportunity. I have started as a Health Care Assistant at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.
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