FdSc Health & Social Care Practitioner

Program Overview

The FdSc Health & Social Care Practitioner program is a two-year foundation degree course designed for working professionals in the field. It combines classroom learning, independent study, and work experience to develop knowledge, skills, and understanding in health and social care. Graduates are equipped to make positive contributions in the field and pursue further qualifications or specialize in specific areas.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Type: Foundation Degree course
• Name: FdSc Health & Social Care Practitioner
• Delivery Mode: Full-time
• Duration: 2 years
• Teaching Institution: Bishop Grosseteste University
• Teaching Location: Grantham College
• Target Audience: Working practitioners in the Health and Social Care field

Objectives:

• Develop knowledge, understanding and skills to widen career opportunities
• Blend classroom learning, independent study and work experience
• Contribute to the care, well-being and support of individuals, families and communities
• Enable progression to a full bachelor’s degree

Overall Description:

• Designed for working professionals
• Combines classroom learning and independent study with ongoing professional practice
• Provides opportunities for advancement while continuing employment
• Focuses on diverse student needs and development
• Year 1
• Tools for Learning in Higher Education
• Introduction to the Study of Health and Social Care
• Values-based approaches in Health and Social Care
• Working Collaboratively in Health and Social Care
• Health and Wellbeing across the Lifespan
• Year 2
• Safeguarding in Health and Social Care
• Developing Healthy Communities
• Meeting Diverse Needs of Service Users in Health and Social Care Practice
• Project Research Skills

Assessment:

• Variety of methods including presentations, discussions, essays, reports, and portfolios
• Focus on reflection, practice, and evidence-based learning

Teaching:

• Blended delivery format: one day per week for lectures, seminars, and tutorials
• Emphasis on research-informed teaching and linking theory with practice
• Experienced faculty with expertise in the field

Careers:

• Wide range of opportunities in the Health and Social Care sector
• Potential roles include care workers, social workers, support workers, and community workers
• Graduates can pursue further qualifications or specialize in specific areas

Other:

• Available to students with relevant Level 3 Health and Social Care qualifications
• Requires a minimum of one year’s practical experience in the field
• Applicants must have ongoing access to a relevant professional setting