HE Certificate in Health & Social Care Online
Our HE Certificate in Health & Social Care programme is delivered in collaboration with the University of Sunderland. It is designed for people seeking to improve their skills in the important world of Health & Social Care and achieve an internationally-recognised degree award. Learners are able to study the course using blended learning techniques. This involves studying online content, participating in webinars and online group discussions, along with great one-to-one study support from a highly-qualified and experienced tuition team.
HE Certificate in Health & Social Care Online
Our HE Certificate in Health & Social Care programme is delivered in collaboration with the University of Sunderland. It is designed for people seeking to improve their skills in the important world of Health & Social Care and achieve an internationally-recognised degree award. Learners are able to study the course using blended learning techniques. This involves studying online content, participating in webinars and online group discussions, along with great one-to-one study support from a highly-qualified and experienced tuition team.
Stage 1: Level 4
- Understanding Health and Social Care (Click for more details!)
- Research and study skills for the social care professional Click here for more details!
- Understanding Social problems
- Dimensions of Health & Social Care
- Practical Research Skills in the Social Sciences
- Exploring Psycho-Social Theory
How Distance Learning Works
Our Higher Education Certificate in Health & Social Care is completed through our online interactive learning management system.
As our learner, you will be issued with an email to create your own password to access your course. All materials such as course notes, supplementary reading documentation, online videos, and assignment briefs are contained in folders within each module. Each module has a site structured around a sequence of weekly topics. Each topic contains a lecture, typically a series of slides and accompanying audio recording, supported by guidance on key learning outcomes, self-assessment questions, and links to core and additional readings and other resources. You will also have access to our online student community and discussion forums to foster communication with our other students to discuss and resolve issues related to your studies.
Introduction to the Certificate
The HE Certificate in Health & Social Care is offered in collaboration with the University of Sunderland.
To obtain your Higher Education Certificate in Health & Social Care 120 credits (6 modules) are required.
When you successfully complete the HE Certificate you will be better placed to gain employment in a health or social care role, such as Health Service management, social work, teaching, palliative care, nursing, drug and alcohol work, community and youth work, mental health and counseling work, working in caring for the elderly, with children, and with those with special educational needs. You also have the opportunity to consider continuing your studies to the HE Diploma in Health & Social Care.
You also have the opportunity to consider continuing your studies to the BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care Degree.
Entry Requirements
Standard Entry Route
To apply for the HE Certificate in Health and Social Care via our Standard Entry Route you must have the following qualifications as a minimum:
- 104 UCAS points from a minimum of two A-levels, or equivalent; along with three passes at GCSE grade C or above which must include Maths and English.
- If English is not your first language, IELTS (academic) 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification, we require students to pass an English test.
Non-Standard Entry Route
To apply for the HE Certificate in Health and Social Care via our Non Standard Entry Route you may be considered:
- If you hold a Level 3 qualification or higher.
- Your vocational training.
- Your work experience.
- If English is not your first language, IELTS (academic) 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not hold an IELTS or equivalent qualification, we require students to pass an English test.
You will be required to prepare a personal statement for Non Standard Entry.
Student Support
At Chevron Training we are committed to the ongoing needs of our students and provide the following support structures to assist students following course completion:
- 24 hour guaranteed turnaround email response to any queries in relation to online course content
- Free access to the University of Sunderland e-library service (ULS)
- Recommended reading uploaded on online platform
- Feedback available on all assignment and project work prior to submission
- No set study hours – study at a time that suits you and your lifestyle
- Discussion forum – to engage with other learners
- Phone support is also available from our highly qualified tutors
- Online interaction with the other online learners
- Lines open Monday to Sunday 24/7
Course Cost
Sample pricing below:
| Stage | Cost | Number of Modules |
| 1 | 3500 GBP | 6 |
- Monthly instalment plans from as little as 220 GBP each month
- Single modules will cost 700 GBP each
Further details
- Qualification gained: HE Certificate in Health & Social Care awarded by the University of Sunderland
- Assessment Method: 1 module is exam based, all the rest of the modules are assignment based. Exams will be held in the Birmingham area.
- Career opportunities:
- Health and Social Care is a diverse field, with opportunities to specialise in areas such as young people, mental health, elderly care, or drug and alcohol abuse support
- Health and Social Care graduates work as care providers, charities, and voluntary sector health agencies.
- Further study is also a popular option, with some graduates choosing to pursue our BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care degree.