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Access to HE Social Work Course Online

CostPlease contact provider - This course is eligible for funding via an Advanced Learner Loan. Getting a loan doesnt depend on your income and there are no credit checks. Advanced Learner Loans dont get repaid until you earn over 27,295 per year.
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Access to HE Diploma (Social Work). Study online at your own pace over 12 months.

It covers safeguarding, mental health, the effects of poverty on health, social work law, ethics, and academic study skills. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in Maths and English to enrol. As part of the enrolment process, you complete a telephone interview and a written assessment.

You'll finish with an Access to HE Diploma recognised by UK universities as a route into a Social Work degree.

Who this course is for

Access courses are designed for people who have been out of education for some time - so they're the perfect option if you left school without the qualifications you'd need to go straight to university. They provide you with a good level of knowledge and skills so that you feel prepared to start a degree. Whether you're a career changer, have been out of employment and education for some time, or you're looking to pursue a subject you're passionate about - an Access to HE course could be the right option for you. This course is specifically designed to put you on the pathway to study a degree in Social Care. Through this course, explore key areas of social work, including safeguarding, child and family support, ethics, law, and youth marginalisation. Also develop strong academic and communication skills with expert tutor support

Entry requirements

You will need a Level 2 Maths and English qualification (GCSE or equivalent) - copies of your certificates will be requested as part of the enrolment process. If you don't have your Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English, we can support you through Functional Skills qualifications. As part of our enrolment process, you will need to complete a telephone interview and a written assessment which will ensure that the course is the right level for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how they apply in social work practice.
  • You'll explore mental health and its social context.
  • You'll examine how poverty affects health and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn the law as it applies to social work.
  • You'll develop academic writing and assignment skills.
  • You'll study social work methods and professional communication.
  • You'll explore child and family social services provision.
  • You'll examine youth marginalisation and its impact on communities.

How you will learn

You study online through a mix of written assignments and assessments. Each unit is completed at your own pace. The course includes a written assessment at enrolment to confirm the level is right for you. Your work is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single exam.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a laptop and reliable internet access. Copies of your Level 2 Maths and English certificates will be requested during enrolment. Learning Curve will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Social worker, supports individuals and families through statutory and voluntary services.
  • Support worker, assists adults or children with day-to-day needs.
  • Family support worker, works with families facing difficulties at home.
  • Youth worker, supports young people in community or educational settings.
  • Mental health support worker, helps people manage mental health challenges.
  • Housing support officer, assists vulnerable people with housing needs.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Social Work, the degree required to qualify as a registered social worker in the UK.
  • BSc Psychology, for those interested in the psychological aspects of social care.
  • BA (Hons) Childhood Studies, a related degree for those focused on working with children and families.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, a vocational alternative if you want to work before studying further.
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