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Skills for the Workplace: Health & Social Care (CertHE)

Skills for the Workplace: Health & Social Care (CertHE)

Course Overview

If you’re looking to advance your career in Health and Social Care, our Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE) in Skills for the Workplace: Health and Social Care could be the perfect step forward. Based at our London campus, this course is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to thrive in a professional environment, helping you grow in both competence and confidence. 

Health and Social Care is a sector that relies on individuals who are capable, adaptable, and proactive. This programme aims to provide you with the tools to meet these demands, making sure you’re ready to face challenges and develop solutions. Through practical learning and personal development, you’ll gain the ability to think critically, solve problems, and work effectively both on your own and as part of a team. These are the core skills employers in the sector value and seek in their employees.

The course also focuses on essential workplace skills such as planning, organisation, and communication. You’ll learn how to manage your time efficiently, set goals, and see them through to completion. This isn’t just about improving your technical abilities; it’s also about building the confidence to take initiative, work under pressure, and contribute positively to your work environment.

Whether you’re already working in Health and Social Care and looking to move up, or you’re thinking about starting a career in this field, the CertHE in Skills for the Workplace provides a solid foundation. With a focus on practical skills that are transferable across many areas of the sector, this course helps you make meaningful progress in your career. 

Please note that this page was updated to clarify the entry requirements in March 2026. 

During the year, you will cover key areas such as reflective learning, personal development, communication, and professional practice. The course emphasises critical skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and effective communication. You’ll also explore leadership, conflict management, and ethics in the workplace, equipping you with the practical tools needed to thrive in Health and Social Care.

  • Academic and Employability Skills (20 credits)
  • Psychology in Health and Social Care (20 credits)
  • Digital Skills and Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Health and Social Care (20 credits)
  • Introduction to Public Health (20 credits)
  • Professional Development within Health and Social Care (20 credits)

Curriculum & Learning

Health and Social Care is a sector that relies on individuals who are capable, adaptable, and proactive. This programme aims to provide you with the tools to meet these demands, making sure you’re ready to face challenges and develop solutions. Through practical learning and personal development, you’ll gain the ability to think critically, solve problems, and work effectively both on your own and as part of a team. These are the core skills employers in the sector value and seek in their employees.

 

What you'll achieve:

  • This programme is specifically focused on employability, ensuring that students are able to use workplace experiences to inform their studies throughout each module. Explicit outcomes include the creation of digital portfolios, through which students can demonstrate their understanding of key skills, theories and methodologies for use at interview and to secure career progression.