BA (Hons) Health and Social Care – Online Degree

Why is this Health & Social Care Degree for me?

Professional Health and Social Care training aims to teach theories of practice and to develop both practice skills and a reflective capacity. The work of a Health & Social Care practitioner combines a multidisciplinary relationship based approach which encompasses purposeful planning and execution in the provision and delivery of care, protection, support and advocacy for individuals and groups in need of care, and those who may experience marginalisation and/or social disadvantage.

This programme is designed for people who want to attain the standards of proficiency for social care workers as defined by CORU.

What will I study?

Our three year online BA (Hons) in Health & Social Care Degree programme aims to facilitate knowledge of professional health and social care practice with consideration to both the theoretical knowledge and professional competencies which underpin the role of the health & social care practitioner.

To do this the programme combines a consistent balance of theoretical knowledge through the delivery of online lectures, and the provision of practice skills gained in suitably appointed work placements to be completed over the duration of the programme. Successful completion of this programme will provide graduates with the academic knowledge, skills and competence to enhance their educational and/or employment opportunities within the field of health and social care.

Another key element of this programme is how it is centred around 4 key themes whereby learners will  examine key areas of the Health & Social Care sector and the issues and challenges relating to Disabilities, Mental Health, Aging Care and other Vulnerable/Marginalized Groups in society. The design of the programme is such that it encompasses a flexible learning approach whereby learners can tailor the outcome of their degree to suit their preferred interests and/or area of work with consideration to each of these key areas.

How online learning works?

Our online BA (Hons) Health & Social Care degree programme will be delivered fully online using a combination of suitable online teaching and learning activities.

In many ways, learning online is like learning in a classroom. There are classes, readings, activities and discussions (individual and group) with your lecturer and your fellow classmates. The difference is that it is all done from your own home. With online classes you can join the live classes with your classmates or catch up on past or missed classes at your own pace.

Between classes, you will have readings, discussions and other activities that link with what you are learning in your online classes. Assignments have a set time they must be completed by but other than that, learners have great flexibility with when and where they learn.

Objectives:

This BA (Hons) in Health & Social Care Degree programme has been designed in accordance with the Standards of Proficiency for Health & Social Care Workers as set down by CORU – the regulatory body for Health & Social Care Workers in Ireland who ‘protect the public by promoting high standards of professional conduct, education, training and competence through statutory registration of health and social care professionals’.

The programme aims to provide participants with in-depth key knowledge, skills and competencies based on the five domains and 80 standards of proficiency for social care workers as defined by CORU.

On successful completion of the programme, students will be able to demonstrate the following;

• A systematic understanding of the core areas of knowledge relevant to health and social care work, including their application to practice and service delivery.
• An understanding of the theory, paradigms, practice and policies that informs health and social care practice.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to work within the ethical guidelines laid down by professional codes of practice.
• Analyse how the learning experience can be improved through reflective practice i.e. planning, analysis and evaluation.
• An ability to show personal accountability and responsibility in application of their day to day work, while also recognising his/her own limitations.
• Practise in a compassionate, respectful way, maintaining dignity and wellbeing and communicating effectively.
• Work in partnership with other health and social care professionals and agencies, service users, carers and families ensuring that decisions about care are shared and communicated effectively.
• Deliver high quality care to service users in their field of practice.

Modules / Structure:

Over the duration of this three year online BA (Hons) in Health & Social Care Degree programme students will complete a range of modules which will link both theory and practice, and will be assessed in a range of contexts.

The full Degree programme consists of 18 modules totalling 360 credits. Where indicated, a single module has 15 credits and a double one has 30 credits. There are six modules (4 singles and 2 doubles) to be completed in each year over three years, equalling 120 credits in each academic year for a total credit value of 360.

ECTS Credits for this Degree will equate to 60 Credits per academic year or a total of 180 ECTS credits for the full Degree.

See attached PDF for Modules & Yearly Structure.