The Certificate of Health and Social Care (CertHE) at David Game College provides a strong foundation for students aspiring to build a career within the UK’s health and social care sector. The programme is designed to develop essential academic and practical skills while offering a deep understanding of contemporary health and social care practices. Students will gain the confidence and professional knowledge necessary to progress to higher education or enter employment within this dynamic field.
The course combines theoretical and practical approaches to learning, including classroom-based study, online learning, and interactive Skills Development Days. These sessions allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world practice in a supportive environment guided by experienced professionals.
This qualification also provides a direct progression route to the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Management and Leadership degree delivered at David Game Higher Education in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire.
What You Will Learn
Students will acquire key academic, interpersonal, and professional competencies that are fundamental to a career in health and social care, including:
Understanding the structure and roles within the UK health and social care sector.
Developing communication and interpersonal skills for professional practice.
Exploring social science and policy perspectives in health and social care.
Reflecting on workplace experience and developing professional ethics.
Building confidence in academic writing, literacy, and numeracy skills.
Gaining insights into mental health and wellbeing support.
Provides a strong foundation for higher education and employment in health and social care.
Offers flexible study through a two-day-per-week timetable.
Combines academic learning with practical skills development.
Small class sizes ensuring personalised learning and support.
Experienced tutors with industry and academic expertise.
Direct progression route to the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care Management and Leadership degree at DGHE.
Minimum Age: 18 years
Applicants must provide evidence of their highest academic qualification, which may include:
Minimum Age: 21 years
Applicants who do not meet formal academic entry criteria may apply through the Work Route. This route recognises relevant professional experience in the field, or related industries as an alternative pathway into higher education. Some exceptions may apply for applicants with professional experience in other fields. This entry route ensures that motivated and experienced candidates can progress academically and professionally.
If English is not the first language, applicants must complete an approved free English language test that assesses reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Equivalent qualifications may also be accepted.
All applicants are required to attend an interview with a member of the admissions team as part of the selection process.
To evaluate students’ understanding and skills, this CertHE course includes numerous assessment methods:
Essays and reflective assignments
Individual and group presentations
Case studies and planning exercises
Simulations and role-play activities
Guided learning tasks and seminar participation
When completing the CertHE in Health and Social Care, students can either progress to further studies or start their careers in the sector. Possible career opportunities that you’ll have include:
For those looking to further their education, the CertHE provides a pathway to the various bachelor’s programmes in the field of healthcare or related industries.
The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as
your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses.
If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you
could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying.
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