Course summary
This certificate is relevant to employment in healthcare and health science. You will explore the experience of receiving care and working in the care services, as well as investigating particular health conditions. Using science, maths, psychology and epidemiology, you will explore the causes and distribution of ill health and disability and their impact on individuals and populations. By the end of the course, you’ll have developed a range of employability and study skills and an understanding of many important health issues. Key features of the course
- Develops the skills required for working in health science
- Enhances understanding of how evidence-based scientific methodology applies to health-related issues
- Introduces the skills required to become a reflective practitioner in a range of health-related settings
- Learn to interpret, generate, and present information and data using a unique range of sources
Modules
This certificate of higher education has one stage, comprising 120 credits. You will explore the experience of receiving care and working in the care services, and examine global human health by focusing on particular health conditions. You'll use science, maths, psychology and epidemiology to explore the causes and distribution of ill health and disability, and their impact on individuals and populations.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ