This certificate is focused on two things. It provides a valuable introduction to learning in higher education and it also provides an authoritative overview of health and social care. Real-life case studies will give you an insight into what it is like to experience care and of working in care services. Whether youre involved in care work (paid or unpaid), use services yourself, or simply have a general interest, this course helps you build knowledge, understanding, a range of learning skills, as well as preparing you for further study.
**Key features of the course**
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This certificate is focused on two things. It provides a valuable introduction to learning in higher education and it also provides an authoritative overview of health and social care. Real-life case studies will give you an insight into what it is like to experience care and of working in care services. Whether youre involved in care work (paid or unpaid), use services yourself, or simply have a general interest, this course helps you build knowledge, understanding, a range of learning skills, as well as preparing you for further study.<br/><br/>**Key features of the course**<br/>- Provides a fascinating insight into the provision of health and social care services in the UK<br/><br/><br/>- Encourages you to draw on your own ideas and experiences<br/><br/><br/>- Introduces the essential skills of academic study<br/><br/><br/>- Builds a solid foundation for further study<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Distance-online
Duration
8 Months
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Distance Learning
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
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Institution Code
O11
Points of Entry
Year 1
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