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Whether you’re 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 Health and Social Care certificate at The Open University

– Provides a fascinating insight into the provision of health and social care services in the UK
– Encourages you to draw on your own ideas and experiences
– Introduces the essential skills of academic study
– Builds a solid foundation for further study
Skills for career development

This certificate develops a range of key skills that will be of interest to employers in all sectors. These include the ability to communicate ideas and arguments in a logical and well-structured way; thinking critically; using a computer confidently; reading and interpreting simple tables, charts and graphs; and planning and managing your time effectively.

Career relevance

If you work in the frontline of care or are seeking employment in this area, this certificate will build your confidence and skills, and give your career a boost. It will supply the knowledge base for progression to professionally recognised qualifications in health and social care, and is the ideal starting point for academic qualifications such as a diploma or degree.

Scholarship Option

This course is eligible for the UK Study Online Scholarship draw

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