Key Facts

  • Starting
    9 Sep 2024
    Location
    Kingston Hall Road Centre
    Start Time
    09:00
    End Time
    17:00
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Full Time
    Days
    Weekday
    Start Date
    Sep 2024
    Level
    Level 5
    Code
    KCC5010HD

    Fees

    Fees
    £ 6,000
L5 - BTEC HND Social & Community Work (Children, Young People & Families) (RQF)-Yr 1 of 1 (PEARSON)

Pearson BTEC Higher National Courses offer an integrated approach to learning and development underpinning the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a career in health and social care. Students studying on the Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Social and Community Work have the opportunity to develop social and community work skills, knowledge and understanding in the global health and social care environment. The course is aimed at dedicated learners who want to develop their knowledge, skills, confidence and practical experience within communities. Experienced professionals who are specialists in the field deliver this full-time course.

Students who have successfully completed the Level 4 HNC can apply to progress to the Level 5 HND.

Successful completion of Level 5 HND can create employment opportunities in fields such as counselling, rehabilitation support, social services, community development and family support.

Open Event Wednesday 13 March 2024, 4.30pm-7pm. Undergraduate & Access to HE: Early Years & Childhood - Register here: events/event/173-kingston-college-undergraduate-access-to-he-open-event-for-early-years-childhood

  • Introductory Course Info HE


    Award: Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma

    Awarding body: Pearson

    UCAS Code: TBC

    Location of study: Kingston College, Kingston Hall Road campus

    Course duration: 1 year

    Academic year dates: September 2023 until July 2024

  • Entry Requirements


    Sector related qualifications at Level 3 to include NVQ Level 3. GCSE's in English and Maths at Grade 4 or above. Completion of the Level 4 HNC in Social Work. Each application is assessed individually in line with current qualifications and relevant experience. A suitable reference. All students will need to hold an Enhanced DBS check.

  • Course Content


    Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Certificate in Social and Community Work (Year 2 of 2)

    Level 5 modules may include:

    • Innovative approaches to practice in social and community work
    • Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults
    • family support and interventions
  • Progression Next Steps


    Successful completion of Level 5 HND can create employment opportunities in fields such as counselling, rehabilitation support, social services, community development and family support.

  • Additional Information


    Students on this course are required to undertake work placement in two different settings for a minimum of 200 hours to develop social and community work skills. All students will need to hold an Enhanced DBS check.

    For further information please contact: Amanda Morrison: Early Years Team Leader This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

  • Assessment Details


    Students are required to apply their knowledge to a variety of assignments and activities with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and higher-level thinking skills. A range of assessment methods may include portfolio's, written tasks, observations, peer reviews and presentations. The practical demonstration of skills is necessary for other units and students will need to carry out their own research and analysis working independently and part of a team.

  • International Students


    Suitable applicants requiring a Tier 4 Visa will be contacted by our International and Compliance Officer, who will guide you through the process. These are the courses available for Tier 4 students.