Health and Social Care Practice (Level 4 Higher National Certificate)

Course Overview

BTEC Higher Nationals have introduced an exciting new specification for the Health and Social Care sector and carries 120 credits. This refreshed curriculum delves deeper into the working world of health and social care, prioritising the development of learners’ knowledge and practical skills to prepare them for further study or employment in the sector. The new specification includes insightful modules such as Caring for Individuals with Dementia and Addressing Health Inequalities. It is delivered by staff with extensive industry experience, bringing real-world insights and expertise directly into the classroom. Students must attend an information session and complete ACCESS NI checks as part of essential entry criteria. Work will be assessed through coursework and placement experience. A mandatory requirement is that students are deemed fit for placement. Students will require appropriate dress/uniform for work in the health and social care setting and be deemed ‘placement ready’ by the College.