Foundation Degree in Learning Disability
Herefordshire College of Technology and University of Worcester
Introduction
The foundation degree is an exciting vocationally focused higher education qualification, designed to integrate academic and work-based learning. It is primarily aimed at those working within the learning disability care sector and is suitable for learners from a wide variety of organisations and settings, including both the statutory and voluntary services.
Entry Requirements
- All applicants will attend an admissions interview and will be considered on the basis of experience and/ or previous certified learning e.g. BTEC National Diploma, AVCE, NVQ, A Levels and other relevant awards
- Candidates with non-standard entry applications will be considered on the basis of experience and attainment of skills to this level and may also be required to complete a piece of written work, in support of their application
- Given the wide experience of potential applicants, applications for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) and Accreditation of Experiential Learning (APEL) are welcomed in accordance with UW Admissions Policy
Course Content
Year 1
- Introduction to study skills
- Interpersonal skills and therapeutic communication
- Biological, psychological and social models for understanding health
- Understanding health and well being
- Politics, policy and empowerment
- Values, attitudes, and inequalities
- Theory into practice (work-based learning)
Year 2
- Evidence and research for practice
- Learning disability and associated conditions
- Interventions in learning disability and associated conditions
- Team working and enabling others
- Individual project
- Work-based learning
- Negotiated contract module
Progression Opportunities
Successful candidates may topup to an honours degree at the University of Worcester.
Key Facts
Herefordshire College of Technology & University of Worcester
Campus: Hereford
Level: 4/5
Duration: 2 years
Attendance: One day per week
Course Fees:
£6000 per year
The University of Worcester fee policy will apply to this course. All fees are subject to change, please check with the University of Worcester and see the Finance for HE page of this website.
Application:
UCAS application - Course code L512
Contact:
Fiona Price
0800 032 1986
enquiries@hct.ac.uk
