Social Care (T39)

Social care plays a crucial role in supporting individuals and strengthening communities, and this certificate explores ideas about what social care and social work are. Using case studies involving children, older adults, mental health communities and individuals with disabilities, you’ll apply your learning to practice contexts. You'll also build key skills in digital literacy, effective communication and reflective writing, which will support your understanding and development in the field. Whether starting your career or enhancing existing skills, this qualification equips you with the knowledge and practical abilities needed for meaningful and impactful work in social care.

Key features of the course

• Considers the nature of social work and social care, and encourages you to apply learning to practice

• Uses real-life case studies to aid learning

• Builds key skills in information and communication technologies, digital and information literacy, and reflective writing

• Potential first step towards an honours degree in social work

Course Modules

This social care certificate has one stage, comprising 120 credits.

You’ll study two 60-credit modules that explore the organisation of social care in the UK and the components of effective social care and social work practice. Using real-life practice scenarios, you’ll examine how communication and theory inform professional practice and make connections to your own personal and professional experience.