Adult Health and Social Care Foundation Degree in Blackpool. Classes run full-time at Blackpool and The Fylde College University Centre Campus. This two-year course covers adult care across a range of settings, including dementia and residential care, domiciliary and community care, mental health and wellbeing support, drug and alcohol services, and NHS and voluntary sector organisations. It links theory to practice and is designed to support progression into supervisory and team-leader roles in care and support services. To apply, you'll need a Level 3 qualification in a relevant health or social care subject, plus English GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2.
Who this course is for
Who this course is forThis programme is designed for people working in, or aspiring to work in, adult health and social care across a range of settings, including: Dementia and residential careDomiciliary and community careDrug and alcohol servicesMental health and wellbeing supportNHS and voluntary sector organisationsIt is particularly suited to those aiming to progress into supervisory or team‑leader roles within care and support services. Linking theory to real‑world practiceThe Foundation Degree in Adult Health and Social Care is designed to help you confidently apply theory to professional practice. You'll develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to become a compassionate, effective and reflective practitioner within the sector. Skills employers valueThroughout the course, you'll build industry‑relevant skills that are highly valued by employers, including: Professional and employability skillsResearch and evidence‑based practiceProblem solving and critical thinkingReflective and ethical decision‑makingYou'll also explore key contemporary issues within adult health and social care, such as health inequalities, and examine how policy and practice respond to these challenges. Industry‑informed learningA key strength of this programme is its close collaboration with sector specialists and employers, who help inform and contribute to course content. This ensures your learning remains: Current and relevantAligned with workforce needsGrounded in real practiceThese links help broaden your understanding of the sector and support your development as a resilient, confident and professional care practitioner
Entry requirements
To apply for the Foundation Degree in Adult Health and Social Care, you'll need: A Level 3 qualification in a relevant health or social care subject; English GCSE grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2. These requirements help ensure you have the academic skills and sector knowledge needed to succeed at degree‑level study. Relevant qualifications may include: Level 3 Health and Social Care (BTEC National Diploma); Level 3 Health and Social Care NVQ (or equivalent).
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles and values that underpin adult health and social care practice.
You'll study approaches to supporting people in dementia and residential care settings.
You'll examine community and domiciliary care models and how they are delivered.
You'll develop knowledge of mental health and wellbeing support frameworks.
You'll learn how drug and alcohol services operate within health and social care.
You'll analyse leadership and supervisory practice in care and support services.
You'll connect academic theory to real-world care environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the University Centre Campus, combining taught content with work-related study. Assessment methods are likely to include written assignments, case studies, and reflective practice, linking academic learning to professional care settings. The course is delivered full-time over two years.
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: support adults in residential or community settings.
Senior care worker: lead a small team in a care home or supported living service.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
Community care worker: deliver domiciliary care in people's own homes.
Drug and alcohol support worker: work in specialist substance misuse services.
NHS healthcare support worker: work within NHS community or hospital teams.
Team leader in social care: supervise staff in a care or support service.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care: top up your Foundation Degree to a full honours degree, usually in one further year.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: a work-based qualification recognised for senior and managerial roles in care.
Social Work degree: if you want to qualify as a registered social worker, a social work degree is the required route.
