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HND Health Care Practice

Regent College London

HND Health Care Practice at Regent College London in London. Health and social care in the UK is facing rising demand, and it needs skilled, compassionate people who can lead and improve services.

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Duration: 2 years full-time
Where: London
Award: Pearson BTEC HND (Level 5)

Course overview

Health and social care in the UK is facing rising demand, and it needs skilled, compassionate people who can lead and improve services. Teaching makes the most of your own experience of care, through case studies, reflective practice and discussion.

Higher National qualifications are practical, career-focused awards assessed through assignments rather than exams. An HND is equivalent to the first two years of a degree, and many graduates go on to a one-year top-up for a full honours degree.

Who this course is for

Ideal for care workers and support staff who want to progress, and for anyone drawn to helping people in their community.

Where you will study

Regent College London

A career-focused higher education provider with several campuses across London, teaching university-awarded degrees and HNDs.

Study mode: Full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week

London

Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.

What you will study

Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:

Foundations of Health and Social Care
Safeguarding
Public Health and Health Promotion
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Social Policy
Law and Ethics in Care
Communication in Care Settings
Practice-Based Project

Entry requirements for UK students

Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
No formal qualifications are needed for most applicants aged 21 or over. You simply have a friendly interview and complete a short written task.
Work and life experience count, whatever your background and however long you have been out of education.
You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.

Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.

Where it can lead

Community support worker
Charity project officer
Route to nursing or social work
Care coordinator
Senior support worker
Care home or service manager

Fees and funding

Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.

Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.

How we help with Student Finance

How to apply

Talk to an adviser
A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.
Submit your application
Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.
Interview or assessment
Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.
Offer and funding
Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.

Start your application

Questions about this course

When does HND Health Care Practice at Regent College London start?

Start dates: Several intakes a year, commonly January, May or June, and September. We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.

How long does the course take?

The course takes 2 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week.

Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?

Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.

Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?

No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.

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