Healthcare Practice (T01) | Open University

Course summary

Healthcare professionals are essential to the functioning of health services, and this Certificate of Higher Education enables healthcare support staff to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to underpin effective practice. You’ll develop a wide range of practical skills and competencies while exploring essential biological, social, political, ethical, and psychological concepts. You’ll also build valuable numeracy, literacy, IT, communication, and cognitive skills. If you're looking to enhance your current role, this course provides a solid foundation for further study and professional development.

Key features of the course

Designed for healthcare support workers, aspiring assistant practitioners and aspiring nursing students
Includes a strong work-based element – your employer must provide significant supervision by a registered nurse for 770 practice hours and comprehensive programme support
Theoretical aspects studied mainly online
Includes work-based and academic assessment
Builds a solid foundation for further study

Entry requirements

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