CertHE Health, Wellbeing & Social Care

Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence needed for health and social care. Explore communication, wellbeing, safeguarding and person-centred care while developing professional awareness and transferable skills for employment or further study.

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UCAS codeLHW2

Duration1 year

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LocationOn campus

Course summary

This Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Health, Wellbeing and Social Care is a Level 4 programme that provides the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to begin a career in health and social care or progress to further study. You will explore key topics such as communication, wellbeing, safeguarding, human development and person-centred care, while gaining an understanding of how health and social care services support individuals and communities.

Throughout the course, you will develop practical, academic and professional skills through a range of learning activities, case studies and group discussions. You will build confidence in working with others, reflecting on your own development and understanding the needs of people who use health and social care services. The CertHE offers a strong foundation for future study and employment across a range of health and social care settings.

What you'll study

Couse modules

Communication, Professionalism and Interpersonal Skills (30 credits)+

Psychology, Human Development and Mental Wellbeing (30 credits)+

Applied Skills and Professional Development (30 credits)+

How you'll learn

You'll be taught through both face-to-face teaching and self-study, using your own work experiences and theory to apply academic thought to real-world examples.

To help you become independent researchers, you'll have access to our Library and training on a range of digital platforms, giving you the transferable skills top employers are looking for. You'll work on your own and in groups to understand and critique the main ideas in tourism and events theory.

The course is marked through group presentations, written course work, examinations, and oral and visual presentations like academic posters and feedback will be given to help you improve.

Studying in London has also been a significant advantage. As one of the world’s leading business and financial centres, the city provides outstanding opportunities for networking, internships and exposure to international industries. The University’s diverse student community has also allowed me to meet people from different cultures and backgrounds, broadening my perspective and enriching my learning experience.
Zaw Naing
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Entry requirements

To study this course you'll normally need:

56 UCAS tariff points from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications
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We accept a maximum of six points from Level 3 Key Skills qualifications
GCSE Grade C (or Grade 4 in numerical grade) or above, which must include mathematics and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

Alternative entry
We welcome applications from students with non-standard qualifications or relevant experience. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements may be considered where they can demonstrate the potential and readiness to succeed at higher education level. This may include consideration of previous qualifications, relevant experience and an admissions assessment.

If English is not your first language, you must meet the minimum English language requirements to join the course:

6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (IELTS)

We accept a range of English language tests and qualifications for students from all over the world. View the full list here.

Accreditation of prior learning (APL)

APL is the term used when you get credit towards your course for something you learned in the past. It means you might not need to study all of the course including a module or number of modules.

This can come from:

Previous learning
Work experience

If you think you could get APL, contact our Admissions team(opens in new tab).

Fees and finance support

2026/27 fees

The annual, full-time fee for this course is:

£9,790 if you are from the UK*/Europe
£17,500 if you are an international student

*Undergraduate fees are set according to rules from Government in line with forecast inflation. The fee for your first year of study for 2026/27 will be £9,790. You will pay tuition fees for every year of study. Fees may increase every year based on the Retail Price Index.

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This information was correct at the time of publication.

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Start date/study mode:

UK students

Full-time October 2026
19-Oct-2026
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International students

Full-time October 2026
19-Oct-2026
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Disclaimer

We want to make sure you have clear and accurate information about our courses. Our website always shows the latest updates. If you’ve applied and you're offered a place, we’ll contact you in writing if anything important changes.

For more information, view our programme specifications(opens in new tab). These include course content, learning outcomes, and the skills you'll gain.