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25 Apr 2026, 09:00
Luton

This practice-based Higher Technical Qualification (HTQ) is aimed at those working in a health or social-care setting who want to move into a more specialist role (minimum two years’ experience). You learn to assess an individual’s complex needs arising from disability, accident or illness, and develop a package of care that meets those needs. You work with a multi-professional team that includes nurses, doctors and social workers, acting as an expert guide to the regulations that apply to continuing healthcare.
Course Accreditation/Industry Endorsement
Facilities and Specialist Equipment
Fully immersive simulation suites with environments to prepare students for different scenarios in a supportive environment.
High-quality teaching spaces; informal learning spaces; and lecture theatres.
Partnerships and Collaborations
Your Student Experience
Develop essential skills to offer support, care and advice when acting as the first point of contact for your clients, their carers and family.
It covers theory and practice in both real and simulated environments, ensuring you qualify with the competence and confidence to hit the ground running.
Our external partners and practice experts contribute to course delivery, providing support, additional specialist knowledge and experience.
Learn a range of transferable skills including problem-solving; decision-making; having professional conversations; and presenting arguments.
On successful completion of the course, you can progress to a top-up course in a related subject, leading to a full degree and registration with the regulatory
body for your chosen profession.

This Higher Technical Qualification is approved against occupational standards decided by employers.
Learn more about Higher Technical QualificationsThis 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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Course optionsPark Square
Luton
LU1 3JU
Email:admission@beds.ac.uk
Phone:0300 3300 073