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HND

Health and Social Care Practice

Flexible degree
  • Industry-aligned – Gain practical knowledge in health and social care management, safeguarding, and patient-centred services
  • Flexible timetables – Face-to-face and online learning
  • City-centre campuses – London, Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds
  • Strong career focus – Teaching focuses on real-world health and social care practices and industry needs
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KEY INFORMATION

Level Of Study

Level 5 - Higher National Diploma

Duration

1 Year

Intakes

September, January, April

Locations

London, Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds

Study Mode

2 days a week (Weekend and evenings timetable available)

Entry Requirements

Apply without Previous Qualifications

*Please note yearly fees may increase in line with inflation & Government guidelines.

Modules
Career Progression

Modules Include :

Year 1:

  • Changing Perspectives in Public Health (15 credits)
  • Compassionate Care and Values-based Practice (15 credits)
  • Developing Leadership Skills (15 credits) Developing
  • Professional Practice (30 credits)*
  • Evidence Based Practice (Pearson-set) (15 credits)
  • Planning Care in Practice (15 credits)
  • Teamwork and Communication (15 credits)

Year 2:

  • Establishing Professional Practice (30 credits)
  • Facilitating Change for Quality Care (15 credits)
  • Growing Careers in Health and Care (15 credits)
  • Innovation and Improvement through Participatory Action Research (Pearson-set) (30 credits)*
  • Leadership, Mentoring and Coaching Others (15 credits)
  • Leading Quality Care (15 credits)

Possible career options include:

  • Registered Manager (Care Home or Domiciliary Services)
  • Health and Social Care Services Manager
  • Community Services Manager
  • Safeguarding Lead / Officer
  • NHS Team Leader or Service Manager
  • Learning Disabilities Service Manager
  • Senior Support Coordinator / Key Worker (Mental Health or Adult Care)
  • Commissioning Manager (Health and Social Care)
You may also continue on to a 1 Year (Top Up course) and gain a full Degree

Build in-demand Health and Social Care Practice skills employers need

Develop essential {{Health and Social Care Practice}} skills that are highly valued by employers. This programme focuses on practical knowledge in safeguarding, health promotion, person-centred care, and professional values, preparing you for a rewarding career in healthcare and social care. Gain real-world experience through 450 hours of work placement, enhancing your confidence and employability. Learn core competencies such as communication, teamwork, ethical decision-making, and reflective practice, opening pathways to roles like Health Care Practitioner, Support Worker, or Care Coordinator.
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Why Choose a Career in Health and Social Care Practice?

A career in Health and Social Care Practice offers the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives while working in one of the UK’s fastest-growing sectors. With opportunities to develop practical skills, gain hands-on experience, and progress into roles such as Health Care Practitioner, Support Worker, or Care Coordinator, this field provides both personal fulfillment and long-term career growth.
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Choose when you learn with blended learning

Blended learning is a mixture of face-to-face and online teaching, designed to help you balance your studies with work, family, or other responsibilities.

We offer timetables for you to choose from in either London, Birmingham, Bradford, Manchester, Leeds

Daytime students

2 days of tuition per week: one session on campus and the other session delivered live online

Evening and weekend students

2 evenings live online and 1 weekend day face-to-face on campus or 2 evenings face-to-face on campus and 1 weekend day live online.

Weekend students

Face-to-face sessions on Saturday and online sessions on Sunday

Frequently Asked Questions

An HND in Health and Social Care Practice (Higher National Diploma) is a Level 5 qualification in the UK, equivalent to the first two years of a degree. It equips students with knowledge of safeguarding, health policies, care management, mental health, and person-centred practice, preparing them for a wide range of careers in the health and social care sector.

With an HND in Health and Social Care Practice, you can apply for roles such as Care Manager, Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Community Outreach Officer, Mental Health Support Worker, or Team Leader in a care setting. Graduates often work in the NHS, local councils, private care organisations, and voluntary sectors.

Yes — an HND in Health and Social Care Practice is worth it if you want to progress in the health and social care sector. It provides both practical skills and academic knowledge that employers value, including training in safeguarding, healthcare delivery, and leadership in care environments.

The average health and social care salary in the UK for graduates with an HND starts around £22,000 to £28,000 in roles such as Support Worker or Healthcare Assistant. With experience, careers such as Care Manager, Service Coordinator, or Senior Social Care Practitioner can earn £30,000 to £45,000+, with higher salaries for leadership roles in the NHS and local government.

Yes — many UK institutions offer an HND Health and Social Care Practice with a foundation entry route, making it accessible to students without A-levels or traditional qualifications. This pathway is ideal for those returning to education or beginning a new career in care and health services.

After completing an HND in Health and Social Care Practice, you can move directly into employment in healthcare, social care, or community work, or progress onto the final year of a BSc Health and Social Care degree. Many graduates also choose to specialise in areas such as mental health, social work, or care management.

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