Community, Public Health and Social Care
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
his course will give you the knowledge and understanding to tackle key questions around public health, social care and community engagement, leading to a fuller understanding of the sector and its vital role in society UCAS Code: L6L2
This course has been developed in line with the University Centre’s commitment to supporting enhanced professional practice to meet sector needs.
Level 4 Modules:
Introduction to Evidence-based Practice
Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
Principles of Care
Introduction to Public Health in Practice
Contemporary Issues in Health and Social Care
Effective Communication and Inclusive Individualised Support
Level 5 Modules:
Understanding the Research Process
Advocacy and Approaches to Person-centred Practice
Health Promotion in Practice
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Leading Change in Health and Social Care
Managing Challenging Behaviour
The programme aims to develop the skills necessary for professional work and is based on the belief that you need to ‘learn by doing’. Our aim is to develop the knowledge and professional skills required to work successfully in public health, social care and community engagement. It has been developed with a focus on ‘community’, through engagement with community groups, community-based health and social care employers and voluntary organisations.
The specialist modules in this programme will develop your skills and understanding of Community, Public Health and Social Care studies and related ideas such as community cohesion and the role of research methods in improving professional practice. The programme will develop students’ skills and understanding of health and social care settings, person centred care, safeguarding and leading inclusive best practice for progression into employment or further study. You will be encouraged to think critically to support your learning of ideas, concepts and research combined with real world practice.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Course code:
- L6L2
- Institution code:
- C02
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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