Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care) (top-up) HND
The Manchester College
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Student Reviews
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £20000 | £16977 | £20190 |
25-75 percentile range | £17667 - £24333 | £11760 - £21991 | £13937 - £25916 |
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Course Description
The Pearson BTEC Level 4 HND in Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care Pathway)(top up) provides a generalist work-related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the health and social care sector and also offers particular specialist emphasis through the choice of optional units.
BTEC Level 5 HNDs provide a nationally recognised qualification offering career progression and professional development for those already in employment and opportunities to progress into higher education.
The qualification comprises of 120 credits for the top up, made up from 7 different units, and completion/submission of a Practical Learning and Assessment Development Portfolio is a core requirement of this programme.
This course is supported by focused study in areas of health and social care including specially designed units. You will be given the opportunity to develop and contribute to the health and social care environment through the combination of the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme. The course includes 225 hours mandatory work experience in an occupationally relevant setting, and you will be supported in developing practice-based competencies by Tutors/Assessors and designated Workplace Mentors.
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care pathway) is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the healthcare sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualification aims to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake it.
The Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care pathway) allows students to acquire the required knowledge and skills required at Level 5 which offers flexibility and supports progression into a range of health and nursing related degrees and professions.
Students will gain a wide range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills gained in evidence-based practice, personal research, self-study, directed study and workplace learning and experience.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care) (top-up) HND at The Manchester College
25% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
15% | Skilled trades occupations |
10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
10% | Protective service occupations |
10% | Finance Professionals |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Qualification requirements
Level 4 qualification in a related discipline (usually HNC in an engineering pathway).
Costs
Tuition Fees Healthcare Practice (Integrated Health and Social Care) (top-up) HND
England UK | £8000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £8000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £8000 | year 1 |
Wales | £8000 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
About The Manchester College
The Manchester College is the most prominent provider of further education in the United Kingdom, with more than ten campus locations across the city of Manchester, England.
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Total number of students enrolled at The Manchester College by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught
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