Certificate in Higher Education Public Health – Level 4 Entry
For UK and EU Students
Certificate in Higher Education in Public Health offers a strong foundation in health and social care knowledge and skills. This exciting new programme supports students to develop essential skills, explore contemporary health issues and understand the social factors that influence well-being. Students will develop key academic skills, such as critical thinking and research. They will form communication strategies in healthcare settings and understand the impact of lifestyle and environment on health. Students will learn about collaborative working in inter-professional teams and explore sociological perspectives on health and well-being. This programme is ideal for those aspiring to work in health and social care or individuals currently in the field seeking to enhance their knowledge and qualifications. Students will learn from highly experienced expert faculty teachers in a supportive learning environment. After completing this course, successful students can progress to one of our BSc (Hons) degree programmes in Public Health. The principal aims of the Certificate in Higher Education Public Health are to: The programme will be delivered at London School of Commerce, an associate college of Canterbury Christ Church University. The London campus is centrally located and all the prime attractions in London are in close proximity to the campus. Campus buildings are located in the London Bridge area, within easy reach of British Rail and Underground stations. The Birmingham campus is also centrally located and easily accessible from each of Moor Street, New Street and Snow Hill stations. Standard entry tariff, i.e. 112 UCAS point for Cert HE leading to BSc (Hons) Public Health, BSc (Hons) Health & Lifestyle Science, BSc (Hons) Mental Health & Wellbeing. 112 UCAS points or A-level BBC & (5 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above including English, Maths and Science) or equivalence will be required for students who apply to Cert HE leading to the BSc (Hons) Public Health and Business Management route, as these students are expected to be able to undertake learning alongside students who meet the entry requirements for those BSc Business Management. LSC welcomes applications from all those interested in furthering their education. If applicants do not meet the standard entry requirements but can demonstrate that their life/work skills would make them suitable for undergraduate study, they will be considered. The admissions procedure will include a careful scrutiny of application forms for evidence of: Separate University Processes will then Apply Apply now and pave the way to a successful future.
Overview
Aims
Provide a baseline learning experience which introduces students to the main functional areas of public health in the healthcare sector.
Provide an entry route to the Level 5 of a BSc (Hons) degree programmes in Public Health for for those students who successfully complete the Cert HE.
Enable graduates to develop the necessary range of generic (transferable), cognitive, intellectual, personal and interpersonal skills required for effective undergraduate study and future vocational needs.
Course Delivery
Requirements
Non-standard Entry
Relevant work experience of a substantial nature and duration
Ability to pass examinations, which will be considered on merit
An independent employment reference
An assurance that the applicant has a reasonable command of English at CEFR Level B2 for entry at Level 4 or above (B1 for Level 0) via an independent external examination.
Course Structure
Level 4 Trimester 1 (Credits)
Introducing Academic Skills (20)
Contemporary Health & Lifestyles (20)
Level 4 Trimester 2 (Credits)
Communication & Digital Health (20)
Collaborative Working in Health (20)
Level 4 Trimester 3 (Credits)
Sociology of Health & Wellbeing (20)
Environment & Green Health (20)
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