Free Community, Public Health and Social Care Foundation Degree in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 270 hours, giving you a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll study the knowledge and skills that underpin community health, public health, and social care practice. Topics span health promotion, safeguarding, working with communities, and supporting vulnerable people. This community, public health and social care foundation degree qualification is a strong step toward roles in care and community services.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of public health and how they apply in community settings.
You'll develop your understanding of safeguarding adults and children.
You'll study how social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine health promotion and how to support people to make positive changes.
You'll build knowledge of working with diverse communities and reducing health inequalities.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with service users, carers, and professionals.
You'll develop skills in reflective practice and evidence-based working.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Francis St Calderdale College. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions, group discussion, and independent study. Assessment methods for a Foundation Degree typically include written assignments, case studies, and reflective portfolios. The centre will confirm the specific assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting adults or older people in care settings.
Community support worker, helping people access local services.
Health promotion assistant, working on public health campaigns.
Social care worker, providing day-to-day support to vulnerable people.
Family support worker, helping families in challenging circumstances.
Mental health support worker, assisting people with mental health needs.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Health and Social Care, a top-up degree you can often complete in one further year after a Foundation Degree.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care, for those moving into supervisory or management roles.
Social Work degree, if you want to qualify as a registered social worker.
Nursing or allied health professional degree programmes, where the Foundation Degree provides relevant background knowledge.
