Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) FdA
University of Central Lancashire
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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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MAR-26

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**Course overview**Want to work in the growing health and social care sector? Our FdA Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) is a great option and a stepping stone to other studies too.**Why study with us**- You will have the opportunity for international travel and work experience, including volunteering experience in countries such as Zambia and Kenya.- This course can lead to studying Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department ...Read more


Course overview

Want to work in the growing health and social care sector? Our FdA Health and Social Care (with Foundation Year) is a great option and a stepping stone to other studies too.


Why study with us

- You will have the opportunity for international travel and work experience, including volunteering experience in countries such as Zambia and Kenya.- This course can lead to studying Social Work, Community and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Operating Department Practice and Sports Therapy.- Simulated learning experience is provided for health students within contemporary skills laboratories including a community flat and counselling and consultation rooms.


What you'll do

- Youll complete two practice placement modules to apply your skills and knowledge in an area of practice that interests you.- Examine the theoretical concept of reflective practice and apply system-based knowledge of anatomy and physiology to practice.- Youll develop and enhance your self-awareness and interpersonal skills alongside gaining an insight into the importance of evidence-based practice within Health and Social Care.


Future careers

Graduates of our Health and Social Care Foundation Degree go on to careers in health and social care as well further related study.

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26/101
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31st
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87th
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Kayal
27 Nov 24

Great atmosphere within the uni and all students attending. Friendly environment in every lecture or lesson. Tech could maybe be improved with new keyboards moused or monitors...Read more

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Amu
27 Nov 24

the teachers are lovely and the campus is amazing but the timetable take a while to be updated for the new year..Read more

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Students from Wales

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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University of Central Lancashire
University of Central Lancashire , Preston

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Admissions Office Corporation Street Preston Lancashire PR1 2HE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Preston   0.2 miles away

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