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REWARDING CAREER IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Health And Social Care, Level 4

Course Title: BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Healthcare Practice

COURSE OVERVIEW

The BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care) course is specifically designed for learners of all ages.

    • Duration of the course: 12 months (1 year)
    • Awarding Body: Pearson
    • Start Date: January 2024
    • Application Deadline: Please get in touch for up to date information
    • Mode of Delivery: Online
    • Study Type: Self-Paced
    • Total Fees: £3,050.00  Special Offer Price (20% Off): £2,440.00 (Total Fee is inclusive of Initial Deposit Fee)
    • Initial Deposit Amount: £199.00
    • No Hidden Fee
 
  • Seats Remaining: 5

PAYMENT OPTIONS

 Initial DepositInstalmentsNet Payable

One-off Payment

£199

£2,241.00

£2,241.00

2 Instalments

£199

£1,120.50 x 2

£2,241.00

Monthly Instalments

£199

£224.10 x 10

£2,241.00

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Tuition fees can be paid by one of the following methods: Credit or Debit Card, Bank Transfer.

Money back guaranteed within 14 days from the commencement of the course, if you’re not satisfied with your course experience.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Healthcare Practice offers students a broad introduction to the subject area via a mandatory core of learning, while allowing for the acquisition of skills and experience through specialist pathways and the selection of optional units across a range of occupationally-relevant subjects at level 4.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND SUITABILITY

  • As part of the qualification students will be required to cover a minimum of 75 hours in a
    work placement.
  • Students will also need to have GCSE grades A* to C and/or 9 to 4 (or equivalent) in subjects
    such as English and Maths or a BTEC Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or
    related subject)
  • *BKSB assessments available at a small fee

QUALIFICATION DELIVERY

The qualification is delivered via blended learning, through a range of different methods such as in person classes, live online classes and interactive webinars, which are supported with expert learning resources and an e-portfolio. Each student is assigned a personal assessor from our highly experienced faculty. Along with dedicated tutors, assessors and IQAs, our classes also give students the opportunity to discuss their studies with other learners whilst receiving advice, guidance, and support from an experienced health care professional.

COURSE CONTENT

This level 4 qualification is comprised of the following 5 mandatory units. Learners will also have to choose 2 optional units:

Unit CodeUnit No.Unit Title

T/616/1636

Unit 1

Law, Policy and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care

A/616/1637

Unit 2

Demonstrating Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Practice

F/616/1638

Unit 3

Supporting the Individual Journey through Integrated Health and Social Care

J/616/1639

Unit 4

Fundamentals of Evidence-based Practice (Pearson-set Project)

M/616/1652

Unit 17

Effective Reporting and Record-Keeping in Health and Social Care Services

ASSESSMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Healthcare Practice are assessed using a combination of internally assessed centre-devised internal assignments (which are set and marked by centres) and internally assessed Pearson-set assignments (which are set by Pearson and marked by centres). Pearson-set assignments are mandatory and target particular industry-specific skills.

PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding in Healthcare practice, which students can build on should they decide to continue their studies beyond the certificate stage.

 

Also upon completion of the Pearson Level 4 Higher National Certificate students can progress directly into employment.

 

Some of the job roles they can progress into are:

  • Senior Care Assistant

  • Senior Support Worker in a Range of Health and Care Settings

  • Pathway Tracker

  • Integrated Support Worker

  • Care Navigator or Co-ordinator

FAQs

Health & Social Care, Level 4 is 12 months

Health & Social Care, Level 4 duration is based on the guide learning hours and teaching hours set by the awarding body

Health & Social Care, Level 4 costs £3,050.00 Special Offer Price (20% off): £2,440.00 (Total Fee is inclusive of Initial Deposit Fee)

1 day a week. Lessons are held online

Health & Social Care, Level 4 students will have to cover a minimum of 75 hours in a work placement

We have a very good success rate of placing students in a work placement but this isn’t always guaranteed. We will try to place you within an hour’s travel distance from your home

It’s down to the employer’s discretion. This is something you can discuss during your interview process

No, we do not assist you to find a job

Students can fill out an application online https://thewoolwichcollege.org.uk/payment/?course=health-and-social-care-level-4

Copies of your documents can also be emailed to [email protected]

Students need to have English and Maths at GCSE level or equivalent (Level 2 qualification) whether this is from the UK or EU. All qualifications from abroad need to be translated into English before the student can enrol

If you do not have English and Maths at GCSE level or equivalent (Level 2 qualification) we do provide BKSB assessments in English and Maths (at a small fee) to cover this requirement

Students must also have a Health & Social Care level 3 qualification or related subject

Your qualifications can be translated into English by UK NARIC https://www.ecctis.com/

  • Photo ID (Passport)
  • Proof of Address (dated in the last 3 months)
  • Visa Status either a British Passport, BRP (Biometric Residence Permit) which is dated for after the end of the course duration or a Share Code (if you are from Europe)
  • NI Number (National Insurance Number) or right to work in the UK documentation
  • Certificates of your previous qualifications (qualifications from abroad must be converted)
  • UK Naric statement of comparability (for converted qualification from abroad)
  • Up to date CV (Curriculum Vitae)
  • Health Declaration (This is a letter written and signed by you which states that you are fit, healthy and have no medical conditions which will affect your completion of the course)
  • Character References (A testimony written by the referee would be preferred, it would also need to include their Job title, contact number and email address. Please note that the referee cannot be a family member. This person must have known you for at least 6 months or more
  • DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service)

There are a few other fees that are separate from the course fee. They are Deposit Fee and Awarding Body Registration Fee. There is also a fee for the BKSB Assessments:

  • Deposit Fee is £400.00
  • Pearson Awarding Body Registration Fee for Health & Social Care, Level 4 is £235.00
  • BKSB English and Maths Assessments £50.00 (£25.00 individually)

Yes, there are three different payment options:

  • One-off Payment
  • Two Instalments
  • Monthly Instalments (10 Months)

Self-Funded (Bank Transfer, Direct Debit or Credit Card)

No, if you require a student visa to study in the UK or you are a tier 4 student, we cannot accept you as we do not have the license. We can only accept UK and EU students or those with settlement status (indefinite leave to remain) here in the UK

All students must be 18 and over to study here at The Woolwich College

From the moment you submit your application, documents and pay the deposit fee it should take up to 2-3 weeks for you to be fully enrolled onto the course

You must have a Health & Social care level 3 qualification or related subject

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding in Healthcare practice, which students can build on should they decide to continue their studies beyond the certificate stage

Also upon completion of the Pearson Level 4 Higher National Certificate students can progress directly into employment

Some of the job roles they can progress into are:

  • Senior Care Assistant
  • Senior Support Worker in a Range of Health and Care Settings
  • Pathway Tracker
  • Integrated Support Worker
  • Care Navigator or Co-ordinator