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Health and Care of Children and Young People (Full-time) (Course details)

Newport
1 Years Full-time
88-104 UCAS Points

This programme offers a recognised higher education qualification in the health, care, and education of children and young people. It is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in these fields by enhancing your skills and knowledge through a mix of theory and practice.

You will learn about the important theories related to the development and wellbeing of children and young people. By understanding these theories, you will be able to improve your practical work with them. The course covers contemporary challenges faced by individuals, organisations, and communities on local, national, and global levels. It also highlights the crucial role of public health in addressing these issues.

A key feature of this programme is its focus on developing independent study and life-long learning skills. These skills are essential for successfully completing your degree and securing future employment. You will build the competencies needed for career resilience and professional development in the changing work environment.

During this programme you will learn to use child-centred approaches and promote effective practice. Understanding and applying key policies and principles is crucial for service development and delivery. You will be trained to work in partnership with families and carers and other professionals.

The programme will enhance your problem-solving techniques and ability to reflect on practice. You will develop literacy and numeracy skills, along with digital competency. These skills are vital for roles in domiciliary care, residential child care, residential family centres, foster care, and community healthcare settings.

The qualification also covers the importance of employment competence, ensuring that you understand the principles and values of health and social care. You will learn how to develop and deliver services effectively, working in partnership with other professionals. The course includes training in problem solving and reflective practice, helping you to continuously improve.

This programme offers a pathway to various career opportunities in the public sector, private sector, and voluntary sector. It prepares you for roles in social work, community development, and public health, contributing to the wellbeing of communities. The course also supports continued education, equipping you with the skills needed for a rewarding career in health and social care.

By the end of this programme, you will be well-equipped to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, helping them to thrive in various settings

We also offer all modules through the medium of Welsh.

Course details

Start date:
Study modes:
  • Online

  • Full-time

Language:
  • English
  • Welsh
Institution code:
T80
UCAS code:
Eng: 2X5V Cym: UCG1
Course length:
48 Months Online
3 Year Full-time

Why choose this course?

01
We offer a flexible learning approach so you can work, care for your loved ones and fit university into your life.
02
We are committed to supporting you in the job and career you want working with children and young people.
03
We provide additional support to help you develop and progress, including study skills clubs and studying in the medium of Welsh.

What you will learn

Our approach to learning and teaching is based on a blend of theory and practice, ensuring you gain both the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the health, care, and education of children and young people. We focus on developing critical thinking, reflective practice, and professional competence.

In the first year, you will explore the foundations of child development and wellbeing. You will learn about the key principles of health and social care, including child-centred approaches and effective problem-solving techniques. This year focuses on Equality, inclusion and digital equity as well as management, organisational behaviour and digital change.

Children and Young People’s Development and Wellbeing

(20 credits)

Psychology in Health and Social Care

(20 credits)

Learning in the Digital Era

(20 credits)

Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference

(20 credits)

Equality, Inclusion and Digital Equity

(20 credits)

Management, Organisational Behaviour and Digital Change

(20 credits)