Diploma of Higher Education in Health and Social Care

2 Years Online Diploma Program

Open University

Program Overview

This diploma develops your critical understanding of health and social care policy, theory and practice, which is essential in today's fast-changing care sector. Health and social care professionals at all levels need to be proactive and flexible to succeed. Through your studies you'll develop the skills you need for effective practice in a diverse, multidisciplinary environment. You'll also gain an understanding of how ethical, legal, social, economic and political factors influence the provision and development of services.Applies new ideas to real life issues and situations that affect us all,Helps you to develop as an independent and reflective learner,Explores the context and processes of change,Discover new ways of working across agency and professional boundaries,A nationally recognised qualification in its own right, the diploma of higher education is also equivalent to the first two thirds of the BA (Honours) Health and Social Care (R26).

Program Key Stats

£12672



Eligibility Criteria


5.5

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Care home advocate
  • Grants officer
  • Health educator
  • Community support workers
  • Personal assistant
  • Substance abuse outreach worker
  • Volunteer co-ordinator
  • Youth worker

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