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Social Care (Scotland) (T03)
- 1 Study option
- Undergraduate
- Distance Learning
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
Social care plays a crucial role in supporting individuals and strengthening communities, and this certificate explores ideas about what social care and social work are. Using case studies involving children, older adults, mental health communities and individuals with disabilities, you’ll apply your learning to practice contexts. You'll also build key skills in digital literacy, effective communication and reflective writing, which will support your understanding and development in the field. Whether starting your career or enhancing existing skills, this qualification equips you with the knowledge and practical abilities needed for meaningful and impactful work in social care.
Key features of the course
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Considers the nature of social work and social care, and encourages you to apply learning to practice
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Use real-life case studies to aid your learning
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Build essential digital literacy and reflective writing skills
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Take a confident first step towards an honours degree in social work
Modules
Course Modules
This certificate of higher education has one stage, comprising 120 credits.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Distance Learning
Study options
- Certificate of Higher Education • Part-Time • 1 to 2 Years
Start dates
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
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Entry requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
There are no formal entry requirements to study this certificate, but you will need to be working within or have access to a social care agency – for example, through voluntary work.
Note that for the module Foundations for social work practice (KYJ113) you’ll need to organise and complete a minimum 10 day period of verified practice learning in a social care setting which must involve shadowing a qualified social worker. This practice experience must be verified, and may require you to obtain and pay for a Disclosure Scotland check. If you are already working in a social care setting your employer may help you organise this practice experience but please note that they are under no obligation to do so. You should take all these points into account before registering for this qualification.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
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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.
Additional fee information
Fees for the 2027/2028 academic year are not yet available.
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