Adult Health and Social Care Course in Blackpool. Classes run full-time at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus. This adult health and social care qualification is studied at degree level over one year. You'll build knowledge and skills across health, social care, community and voluntary settings, with a strong focus on applying theory to practice. To join, you'll need a Level 3 qualification in a related subject and GCSE English grade 4/C or above, or a Level 2 Functional Skills in English qualification.
Who this course is for
The Certificate of Higher Education in Adult Health and Social Care is designed for those working in - or aiming to work in - adult care and support services. The course supports learners across a wide range of settings, including health, social care, community and voluntary services. You'll develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to become a compassionate, effective and reflective practitioner, with a strong focus on linking theory directly to real‑world practice. This course is ideal if you work — or want to work — in settings such as: dementia care and residential care; domiciliary and community care; drug and alcohol services; mental health and wellbeing support; NHS and voluntary sector organisations. Typical roles include dementia care specialist, domiciliary care worker, substance misuse practitioner and mental health support practitioner. The programme helps you apply theory to practice, supporting your development as a safe, ethical and person‑centred practitioner. You'll explore: approaches to adult health and social care practice; legal and ethical issues relevant to the sector; reflective practice and continuous improvement; resilience and professional wellbeing; collaborative and integrated working across services. These themes reflect current priorities within adult health and social care and support long‑term career development. A key strength of this programme is its strong links with sector specialists, who help inform and contribute to course content. This ensures learning remains: current and relevant; aligned with workforce needs; informed by real practice and lived experience. You'll benefit from insight into the realities of working across complex health and social care environments.
Entry requirements
What you'll need to applyTo join the Certificate of Higher Education in Adult Health and Social Care, you'll need: a Level 3 qualification in a related health or social care subject; GCSE English grade 4/C or above, or Level 2 Functional Skills in English. These requirements ensure you have the academic skills and sector knowledge needed to succeed at degree‑level study. Accepted Level 3 qualifications include: Level 3 Health and Social Care (BTEC National Diploma).
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of adult care and support services across a range of settings.
You'll study the theory behind compassionate and effective care practice.
You'll learn how to apply that theory directly to real-world care situations.
You'll build skills in reflective practice as a care professional.
You'll explore health, social care, community and voluntary service contexts.
You'll develop your understanding of what it means to be an effective and ethical practitioner.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at the University Centre Campus in Blackpool. Learning is classroom based and full-time, with teaching that links theory directly to practice. Assessment methods will be confirmed by the centre before you start. The course is pitched at degree level, so you can expect written assignments and reflective work alongside taught sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting adults in residential or community settings.
Support worker, helping people with daily living and independence.
Community care worker, delivering care in people's own homes.
Healthcare support worker, assisting clinical teams in health settings.
Voluntary sector support worker, working with charities and community organisations.
Social care coordinator, organising care packages and services for adults.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care. A natural next step if you want to go deeper into practice-based study at degree level.
BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care. Build on your Certificate of Higher Education toward a full honours degree.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. A vocational route into management and senior practitioner roles.
