Course overview
Build practical skills for study, work and career progression.
Build practical health and social care knowledge while strengthening the academic, digital, research and employability skills needed in the workplace.
Course overview
This vocational Certificate of Higher Education connects health and social care theory with workplace situations and challenges. Project-based learning develops confidence, problem-solving, collaboration, planning and professional practice across public and private care settings.
Teaching and attendance
The course is taught full-time at UWTSD London. The published timetable consists of one day during the week and one day at the weekend, with project-based teaching that links theory to workplace practice.
Applicant eligibility
UWTSD states that this CertHE course is open to Home applicants only. Applications are made directly to the University.
Curriculum
Complete the published 120-credit CertHE curriculum.
01Year 1
120 credits
120 credits
Year 1
120 credits
- Academic and Employability Skills20 credits
- Psychology in Health and Social Care20 credits
- Digital Skills and Research Methods20 credits
- Introduction to Health and Social Care20 credits
- Introduction to Public Health20 credits
- Professional Development within Health and Social Care20 credits
Module availability and content may change as part of the provider’s ongoing academic review.
Assessment
Practical ways to show what you know.
Assessment uses presentations, projects, reports and blogs. There are no examinations.
Entry requirements
Your route onto the course.
Applicants under 21
- 64–80 UCAS Tariff points or an accepted equivalent.
Applicants aged 21 or over
- Entry is considered on individual merit and is largely determined by admissions interview performance; relevant experience may be considered instead of formal qualifications.
Applicant eligibility
- CertHE courses are open to Home applicants only.
- Applications are submitted directly to the University of Wales Trinity Saint David.
Fees & funding
Understand the full cost.
The University may review tuition fees annually. The amount stated in the formal offer and current UWTSD fee schedule should be treated as authoritative.
Although UWTSD publishes a general international CertHE tariff, these course pages specifically state that the programmes are open to Home applicants only.
Funding your study
Student finance, scholarships or bursaries may be available subject to personal, residency and course eligibility.
What you’ll achieve
Skills for ideas that move forward.
Apply health and social care knowledge to workplace situations.
Use research, digital and employability skills to plan and complete projects.
Build confidence in independent work, teamwork and professional development.
Career opportunities
Where this course can take you.
Career outcomes depend on your experience, further training and the requirements of each role.
Roles highlighted by UWTSD
- Care Assistant
- Family Support Worker
- Community Worker
- Teaching Assistant
Frequently asked questions
Course questions.
Where is the course taught?
The course is taught on campus at UWTSD London in Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf.
When can I start?
The currently published future start dates are September 2026, January 2027, May 2027 and September 2027.
Who can apply?
This CertHE is open to Home applicants only.
Who awards the qualification?
The qualification is awarded by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David.