Access to HE Diploma in Health and Social Care

Course Details

The Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma in Health and Social Care is a one-year qualification designed for those who want to work in care and support services but don’t yet hold the traditional qualifications required for university.

The Diploma equips you with a strong academic foundation as well as subject-specific knowledge in health, wellbeing, social care practice, safeguarding, and equality and inclusion. You’ll also develop transferable skills in essay writing, research, critical thinking, and independent study – skills that will prepare you for the demands of higher education.

On completion, you’ll achieve 60 credits (most at Level 3) and be ready to apply for a wide range of degree programmes in Health and Social Care and related fields.

This Access to Health and Social Care covers 16 units, which build up the full Diploma.

• Academic Writing Skills
• Critical Thinking
• Academic Research Skills
• Improving Your Own Learning
• Introduction to Cell Biology
• Biomolecules and Key Biochemical Principles
• Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Skeleton and Muscles
• Aspects of Human Physiology
• Pathogens, Disease, and Prevention
• Social and Community Welfare Provision
• Equal Opportunity and Diversity
• Ethical Issues in Professional Practice
• Effective Communication in Health and Social Care
• Psychological Perspectives and Behaviour
• Planning a Practical Investigation
• Carrying out a Practical Investigation

Entry Requirements

In order to study for this course, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a UK resident and have been for the last 3 years
• Have access to the internet and Microsoft Word or similar