INTAKES | DURATION | AWARDING INSTITUTION | CERTIFICATION | COURSE FEE |
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September, January, April | HND qualification: 2 Years (Full-time) HNC qualification : 1 Year (Full-time) | The qualifications are awarded by Pearson Education. | The final certificate is issued by Pearson Education to successful student. | £7000 per year |
INTAKES |
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September, January, April |
DURATION |
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HND qualification: 2 Years (Full-time) HNC qualification : 1 Year (Full-time) |
AWARDING INSTITUTION |
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The qualifications are awarded by Pearson Education. |
CERTIFICATION |
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The final certificate is issued by Pearson Education to successful student. |
COURSE FEE |
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£7000 per year |
The London School of Management Education is offering the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Social and Community Care Work (Integrated Health and Social Care). This is a work-related qualification for students taking their first steps into employment, or for those already in employment and seeking career development opportunities in social work, community work and community development. A unique feature of the qualification is its recognition of employability-related knowledge and skills that underpin effective practice across students’ learning that are sector-specific.
The qualification aims to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the social and community work sector and adapt to the ever changing world. The objectives of the Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Social and Community Work are as follows:
Students who wish to undertake the HND programme must:
Have at least a level 3 qualification in their specialist subject area or related qualifications such as:
The entire programme is taught in English and students must demonstrate their ability to speak and write in English proficiently. Applicants whose primary qualification was obtained in a non-English speaking country may also achieve an English test such as IELTS 5.5 or other equivalent tests as defined by regulator
The qualification is delivered using a variety of teaching and learning methods to link theory with practice. These include face-to-face lectures, one-to-one tutorials, workplace learning, workshops and discussions and group work. Students are expected to undertake independent studies and research throughout the programme.
Students are assessed with entre designed assignments which are evidenced in writing (Reports, Essays, Reflective accounts) or orally in Professional discussions and individual oral PowerPoint presentations with emphasis on practical application of the assessment criteria, providing a realistic scenario for learners to adopt, making maximum use of work-related practical experience and reflecting typical practice in the sector concerned.
The Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Social and Community work provides opportunities for learners to apply their knowledge and practical skills in the workplace. This is achieved by demonstrating at least 375 hours of work placement or part-time employment experience in social and community care sectors. The mandatory elements of work placement/experience are as follows:
The qualification allows progression into or within employment in the social and community care sector, either directly on achievement of the award or following further study to degree level. Job roles may include Senior care assistant, senior support worker in a range of health and social care settings, pathway tracker, integrated support worker, care navigator or coordinator or lower managerial, coordinator and supervisory roles in social administration, operation and support services, e.g. information, office, estates, advice and guidance services.
Learners studying the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Social and Community Care (RQF) should be able to progress to the third year of an undergraduate degree. Higher education opportunities include:
Embedded within the Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Social and Community Work(RQF) is the BTEC Level 4 HNC in Social and Community Work qualification. Students must achieve a minimum of 120 credits) on their programme of learning to be awarded a BTEC Level 4 HNC and a minimum of 240 credits to be awarded a BTEC Level 5 HND. The HNC and specialist units that are combined in the BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma are shown below:
Level 4 Unit No. and Type | Title | TQT | GLH | Unit Level | Unit Credit |
1 | Law, Policy and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
2 | Demonstrating Professional Principles and Values in Health and Social Care Practice | 300 | 120 | 4 | 30 |
3 | Mental Health and Wellbeing: a Whole Person Approach | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
4 | Fundamentals of Evidence-based Practice (Pearson-set Project) | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
5 | Organisational Contexts of Social and Community Work | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
6 | Social Policy and Administration | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
17 | Effective Reporting and Record-keeping in Health and Social Care Services | 150 | 60 | 4 | 15 |
Level 5 Unit No and Type |
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19 | Reflective Approaches in Implementing Person-centred Practice | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
20 | Investigating Innovative Approaches in Social and Community Work | 300 | 120 | 5 | 30 |
22 | Coproduction and Partnership Working in Social and Community Work | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
23 | Managing Quality in Care Environments | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
25 | Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
26 | Supporting Team and Partnership Working across Health and Social Care Services | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
28 | Building Relationships with Individuals in Marginalised Communities | 150 | 60 | 5 | 15 |
The full duration for the HND qualification is two years but students who wish to obtain the HNC qualification only must do so in one year by completing the seven level 4 units.
All awards offered under this programme are at Level 4 for HNC and Level 5 for HND of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales & Northern Ireland (FHEQ).
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