The FdA Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing is a Level 5 course designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to enhance your career opportunities across various organizations. It also serves as a foundation for further academic pursuits.
Upon successfully completing the program, you will earn the FdA Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing from NCG, which grants you direct access to the BA (Hons) Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing degree.
Course Overview
The FdA Health, Social Care and Wellbeing consists of six modules, requiring a minimum of ten hours of independent study each week. Expect a substantial amount of reading and research to access key information.
You’ll explore core topics in Health, Social Care and Wellbeing, along with specialized modules to give you a competitive advantage in your career.
Sample modules include:
– Professional Development
– Health Inequalities and Social Justice in the 21st Century
– The Individual across the Life Course
– Work-Based Learning
– Safeguarding and Safe Working Practices
– Under Pressure: The Effects of Mental Health on Well-Being
You’ll learn from experienced academics with relevant industry backgrounds, who will support your educational journey.
Tutors will use a variety of teaching strategies designed to enhance your knowledge, skills, and understanding, empowering you to become an independent learner proficient in research, critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving.
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Entry Requirement
To enroll, you must be at least 18 years old and meet one of the following criteria:
– BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Health, Social Care, and Wellbeing or related studies
– NVQ Level 4 qualification in an appropriate vocational area or A-level equivalent
– Certificate of Higher Education (Cert HE) in Health, Social Care, and Wellbeing
Additionally, you should have achieved GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent Level 2 qualifications in Numeracy and Literacy.
We also welcome applications from mature students with relevant work experience. Please contact us for more information.
Key Benefit
This Foundation Degree in Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing will provide you with a solid understanding of the principles and practices relevant to the 21st century. You’ll explore a variety of subjects to prepare for diverse opportunities within the Health and Social Care sector, benefiting from the insights of our experienced staff, guest speakers, and lecturers.
Successfully completing the FdA can also pave the way for progression to the BA (Hons) Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing at Level 6.
Career Opportunities
The FdA Integrated Health, Social Care and Wellbeing program equips students with comprehensive knowledge of business subjects and essential skills for a management career in various organizations.
With this qualification, you can pursue a range of roles, including:
– Nursing
– Care Worker
– Mental Health Professional
– Care Management
– Community Development Worker
– Social Worker
– Youth Worker
Additionally, completing the FdA grants you direct entry into the BA (Hons) Health, Social Care and Wellbeing degree, further advancing your career prospects.
Fees & Funding
The tuition fee is £9,250 per year. You have the option to pay upfront or apply for a Tuition Fee Loan from Student Finance England, which defers payment until you earn £27,295 per year.
