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BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice [Progression Route]

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Key Details

Levels

Level 6

FT / PT

FT

Location

Great Yarmouth | The Place

Attendance

1-2 days

Duration

1 year

The BA (Hons) Applied Care Practice Progression Route is relevant to practitioners working with people of all ages within the care sector, and also to those who manage provision in the public, private and voluntary sectors. The applied nature of the degree provides theoretical knowledge along with practical application related to social care in contemporary society. The programme has been developed to allow those in the care sector to further develop existing skills. It provides opportunities for you to develop a broad range of practice skills, knowledge and understanding within key subject areas and to acquire and enhance your professional values. You are expected to be in paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.

This Progression Route is a one-year course for those who hold a relevant Foundation or equivalent to gain a BA (Hons) degree.

Whilst this is a full-time course, typically this course generally only requires 1-2 days on campus attendance, supported by self-directed study. This means you can continue to work alongside your studies and balance other commitments.

Course Information


You will need to have achieved 240 credits from a relevant Foundation degree or equivalent and have paid or voluntary work in a relevant setting for at least 10 hours per week.


Upon successful completion of this course, you may work as a support worker and senior support roles in areas such as:

  • Education
  • Residential care
  • Community care
  • Substance abuse and rehabilitation
  • Custodial environments

This course also fully prepares you for postgraduate study in:

  • MA Social Work
  • MA Childhood Studies
  • MSc Nursing
  • PGCE

Modules you may study include:

  • Social Policy and Practice
  • Supporting Transitions in the Lifespan
  • Developing Leadership in Practice
  • Practice Project

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