If you are looking to achieve a diploma to progress in Social Care, Social Services, Social Sciences or Teaching at degree level, then this is the course for you.
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If you are looking to achieve a diploma to progress in Social Care, Social Services, Social Sciences or Teaching at degree level, then this is the course for you.
This course provides you with a platform to progress to higher education upon achieving an overall pass and meeting the entry requirements and conditions of your prospective HE provider.
You will develop a wide range of skills, knowledge and abilities to support your transition into a degree. The learning and assessment will stretch you to develop the basis for starting a degree programme including academic writing, referencing, critical and evaluative thinking and reflective skills. You will also develop skills in group work as well as independent working skills.
This Access course is particularly suitable for people who are considering a career in the fields of Social Care, Social Services, Social Sciences or Teaching. Other areas such as Community Studies, Counselling, Education Welfare, Youth Offending and Probation Service degrees are a good route also.
Start Date
September 2024
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above or a Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent. You are also recommended to have GCSE Maths Grade C/4 or Functional Skills Level 2, however you may undertake GCSE Maths/Functional Skills Maths alongside the Access to HE Diploma.
All applicants will have opportunity to discuss their application during an interview with one of the tutors, where any questions about the course can be answered.
You are highly advised to check, prior to enrolling, the entry requirements of any courses you wish to apply for at degree level.
Progression
Progression opportunities at the University Centre:
Foundation Degree Community, Public Health and Social Care
HNC Counselling and Applied Psychology (HTQ) | Calderdale College
Progression to other HE providers:
Degree programmes in Social work, Psychology, Counselling, Youth & Community, Teaching
Assessment Methods
Learners are assessed throughout the course via a variety of methods such as assignments, presentations, portfolio building and examinations.
Course Fees
Tuition Fee: £3,380
Registration Fee: £200
An Advanced Learner Loan is available to cover the cost of the Tuition Fee on this course. The Registration Fee is a separate fee, which you may not need to pay depending on your circumstances. Advice will be given about this during enrolment.
When you complete a HE qualification the Advanced Learner Loan is written off and you will not need to repay it.
Please contact Advice & Guidance for more information on 01422 399367 or see the Finance and Funding page.
Awarding Body
This programme is validated by One Awards.
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Autumn Term
4th Sept 2023 – 27th Oct 2023
7th Nov 2023 – 22nd Dec 2023
Spring Term
8th Jan 2024 – 9th Feb 2024
19th Feb 2024 – 22nd Mar 2024
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom