Grwp Llandrillo Menai
UCAS Code: LN55 | Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
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Relevant Level 3 qualifications (UCAS points tariff 64) It is possible for experienced practitioners to enter the programme with NVQ 3 or equivalent qualifications.
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Embark on a transformative journey with our new degree, unique to the North Wales region which includes contemporary aspects crucial for the modern-day leader and manager. This course is validated and awarded by Bangor University so you can be assured of a high quality degree.
This degree is applied to Health, Wellbeing, and Social Care and would suit those working in or aspiring to professional leadership roles in various sectors, including support, third sector, health and social care, and policy roles or to those seeking to enhance their knowledge or skills.
Aligned with local industry needs, this course will provide you with advanced skills to accelerate a successful career in some of the most in-demand sectors in North Wales.
This course bridges the gap between work-based professional qualifications and academic excellence.
Twenty percent of the learning on this course is work-based learning, which involves a work placement/real working environment of at least 75 hours (at L4 and L5 for the foundation degree). The college offers advice and support concerning placements. The candidate is responsible for securing a placement. Many candidates will be able to apply what they have learned in their workplace without the need for an additional placement.
Modules Include:
Year 1 (Level 4)**:
Fundamentals of Health, Social Care & Wellbeing (20 credits)
Interprofessional Collaboration and Communication (20 credits)
Introduction to Research and Study Skills (10 credits)
Leadership and Management Skills (20 credits)***
Operational Management in Health and Social Care (20 credits)**
Professional Development (20 credits)
Sustainability in Health and Social Care (10 credits)
*For those who have studied and been awarded the City and Guilds Level 5 Leadership and Management of Health and Social Care: Practice, we can RPL all of Level 4 so that you enter the programme directly at Level 5.
*For those who have studied and been awarded the City and Guilds Level 4 Preparing for Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care, we can RPL Operational Management In Health and Social Care and Leadership and Management Skills, leaving 80 credits remaining for study to achieve Level 4.
Year 2 (Level 5):
Advanced Research and Learning (20 credits)
Delivering Excellence in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
Leading the Workforce to Provide Quality Care (20 credits)
Professional Development 2 (20 credits)
Promoting Resilience and Wellbeing (20 credits)
Public Health and Health Promotion (20 credits)
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