This work-based learning programme combines courses in health, social care and mental health and is aimed at meeting the skills required by the growing health and social care market.
The course aims to equip you if you are working, or intending to work in health and social care with relevant knowledge and skills, to address your continuing professional development needs and bridge the gap between theory and practice.
During the course, you’ll undertake two practice placement modules, enabling you to develop a range of work-based skills.
In year 1 the work placement is has now been reduced to 50hrs from 100hr for 2025 entry.
This programme can lead to a wide variety of other courses and studies, including Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department Practice and Sports Therapy.
Year 1 Compulsory Modules:
NU1019: Care from the Clients Perspective
PZ1000: Introduction to Anatomy, Physiology and Psychology of Health
PZ1015: Study & Lifelong Learning Skills
PZ1022: Communication and Collaboration
PZ1090: Foundations for Practice
Year 2 Compulsory Modules:
PW2007: Innovation and Leadership in Health & Social Care
PZ2073: Health Promotion
PZ2090: Supporting Professional Practice
PZ2091: Evidence Based Practice
Optional Modules
PZ2074: Rehabilitation Practice
PZ2092: Introduction to Long Term Conditions and End of Life Care
PZ2130: Management of Mental Health Across the Lifespan
During the course, you’ll undertake two practice placement modules, enabling you to develop a range of work-based skills.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Blackburn College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
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