Course contact details
Admissions
Email:HE.Admissions@solihull.ac.uk
Phone:0121 678 7000
Fax: 0121 678 7200
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB
This Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care Practice provides a strong foundation for students seeking to enter or progress within the health and social care sector. The general pathway develops essential knowledge, practical skills, and professional values required for effective care delivery across a range of settings.
There are seven modules in this one-year course, six worth 15 credits, and one worth 30 credits - totalling the 120 credits required to achieve the full HNC qualification.
Developing professional practice 30 credits
Teamwork and Communication 15 credits
Evidence Based practice (Pearson Set) 15 credits
Compassionate Care and Values based practice 15 credits
Developing Leadership Skills 15 credits
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology 15 credits
Caring for People with Dementia 15 credits
Assessment is 100% coursework-based and includes:
Written assignments and reports
Case studies and scenario analysis
Reflective journals and portfolio of evidence
Presentations and professional discussions
This course offers Continued Professional Development. CPD courses allow you to develop your skills and knowledge relevant to your career path.
The following entry points are available for this course:
A minimum of three A levels equivalent to 80 UCAS Tariff Points must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff Points in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
GCSE/IGCSE English Language grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent.
GCSE/IGCSE Maths grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent.
GCSE/IGCSE Science grades 9-4/A*-C or recognised equivalent.
Must be a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Equal consideration is given to applicants who are currently in relevant work and wish to apply to Solihull College & University Centre. To apply, they must have a minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, demonstrating technical, management or supervisory duties. Any application must also include a reference from their line manager which supports entry to higher education
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 6.0, with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections for a level 4, 5 or 6 qualification, will be considered as eligible to apply for the programme/course.
Solihull College & University Centre is committed to widening participation and ensuring fair access to higher education for all learners, regardless of their background. We are committed to recruiting a student body from a diverse background with a wide range of lived experiences, to create a rich learning environment.
Learn more on the Solihull College & University Centre website
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £6701* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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.
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary.
Email:HE.Admissions@solihull.ac.uk
Phone:0121 678 7000
Fax: 0121 678 7200
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB
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