This course will focus on some of the complex issues underpinning the provision of health and social care within the UK today. Renewed emphasis is placed upon raising the awareness of dementia and mental health with dedicated opportunities for individuals to pursue research in the field. The course is designed to meet the needs of those employed in baseline caring roles who seek to improve their own knowledge and understanding of the sector. It will teach you the skills needed to improve your own professional practice and collaborate with others in the field.

The course includes the following subjects: dementia awareness, mental health issues and wellbeing, psychological perspectives in health and social care, communication, safeguarding, research design and inquiry (health and social care), sociological perspectives in health and social care, issues of leadership and management, person centred practice – holistic care, examination of legislation and quality protocols/standards, personal professional practice portfolio.

Assessment will be through a mixture of practical assessments, in-class tests, coursework, reflective practice, presentations and seminars.

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: 6B21

Institution code: C83

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

Four GCSEs at Grade C (4) or above including English and Maths.

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Republic of Ireland	7450.0	Year 1
England	7450.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	7450.0	Year 1
Scotland	7450.0	Year 1
Wales	7450.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	7450.0	Year 1

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Kings Road
Devonport
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Plymouth
PL1 5QG