Level 5 HND Healthcare Professions Support Course in Southend-on-Sea – South Essex College Southend Campus

Name: Level 5 HND Healthcare Professions Support Course in Southend-on-Sea – South Essex College Southend Campus
Price: 13000 GBP
Availability: InStock

Cost£13,000.00

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 5

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Sep 2026

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions' Support for England Course in Southend-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Southend Campus, full-time over two years. Fees are £6,500 a year, and an Enhanced DBS check is required before you start. You'll study anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and other core healthcare topics. The course includes a mandatory minimum of 450 hours of placement in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings. It covers the eight domains from the Allied Health Professions support worker competency framework. This is a Pearson Edexcel qualification.

Who this course is for

Become a trainee assistant practitioner in healthcare The Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Healthcare Professions is a two-year course that will give you the skills and knowledge you need to work in a variety of healthcare settings. You'll learn about anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and other essential healthcare topics. You'll also gain practical experience through placements in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.

The Pearson BTEC Higher National for the healthcare sector recognises that there are employability-related knowledge and skills that underpin effective practice across students’ learning that are sector-specific. Over two years learners will study a variety of topics that have been updated to include the eight domains from the draft Allied health professions support worker competency, education and career development framework.

There is a mandatory requirement of having at least 450 hours of work experience/placement in health care settings and a PLAD portfolio to be completed over the qualification.

Entry requirements

BTEC Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (or related subject) GCE Advanced Level profile that demonstrates strong performance in a relevant subject or adequate performance in more than one GCE subject GCSE minimum grade C/4 (or equivalent) in math’s and English Other related Level 3 qualifications An Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution Related work experience OR International equivalent of the above

What you will learn

You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to healthcare practice.
You'll learn pharmacology and how medicines are used in clinical settings.
You'll develop knowledge across the eight domains of the Allied Health Professions support worker competency framework.
You'll build employability skills specific to working in healthcare environments.
You'll complete at least 450 hours of practical placement in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities.
You'll compile a PLAD portfolio documenting your learning and practice over the two years.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Essex College Southend Campus, covering theory in healthcare science, pharmacology, and professional practice. Alongside classroom study, you'll complete a minimum of 450 hours of work placement in real healthcare settings. Assessment includes a PLAD portfolio completed throughout the qualification. The Pearson Edexcel framework combines academic study with sector-specific practical experience.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Southend Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Trainee assistant practitioner: support qualified clinicians in hospital or community settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist with patient care across NHS and private facilities.
Allied health professions support worker: work alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, or radiographers.
Clinical support worker: provide hands-on patient support in ward or clinic environments.
Theatre support worker: assist surgical teams in operating theatre settings.
Community health support worker: deliver care and support in community or outpatient services.

What you could study next

BSc (Hons) in a healthcare or allied health profession: a Level 5 HND is recognised for entry to or advanced standing on many degree programmes, including nursing, occupational therapy, and physiotherapy.
Level 6 professional registration programmes: some regulated healthcare roles require degree-level study and registration with a professional body such as the HCPC.
Employer-sponsored degree apprenticeships in healthcare: combine work and study toward a full degree qualification.

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