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Healthcare Practice (Level 4 Certificate of Higher Education)
Open University
Care & Health
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Start Date9 Sept 2024
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Study ModeFull-Time
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Duration1 Year
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CampusStrand Road
Available Sessions
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- Introduction to Healthcare Practice
- Introduction to Health & Social Care
- Work Placement in Health & Social Care
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
48 UCAS points or equivalent, plus English GCSE Grade C or equivalent (Essential Skills Level 2). Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning - Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above, but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, are also eligible to apply. Attendance at information session and interview required by all applicants. Access NI check required for all successful applicants. Please note: Math GCSE grade C (or Essential Skills Level 2) although not essential on entry, must be completed in addition to course studies.ROI Requirements
48 UCAS points or above. Students must also have English at Grade 05 and above. Note: Whilst ILC 05/D1 is acceptable for English Leaving Cert Ordinary for entry to this Level 4 programme, students must be made aware that they should check the criteria for progression to their universities of choice as university entry requirements vary. Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning - Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above, but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, are also eligible to apply. Attendance at information session and interview required by all applicants. Access NI check required for all successful applicants. Please note: Math GCSE grade C (or Essential Skills Level 2) although not essential on entry, must be completed in addition to course studies.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Interview Required
Access NI Check
Attendance at Information Session
Work Placement
All students will complete a mandatory 770hrs (average 24hrs/week) practice placement within the Western Health & Social Care Trust, in addition to attending College for one full day each week.
Fee Information
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Additional Fees
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Materials -
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Uniform - £30 approx