Health and Social Care Foundation Studies: Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE

University of Roehampton

**Why this course?**• Once you complete your CertHE, you can progress onto studying a degree• #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)• Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025)**About this course**Our Health and Social Care Foundation Studies: Certificate of Higher Education is a one year course that will give you the skills and confidence you need for a profession, job or academic study in health and social care.**Skills**You’ll gain a basic understanding of using English for academic purposes and a thorough grounding in academic study skills, such as essay structure, exam technique, referencing, journal and library research.You will learn about the history and the contemporary context of health and social care and its relationship with health outcomes and wellbeing for individuals, families and communities. You will be introduced to the professional responsibilities of those working within health and social care and look at the relevant professional frameworks, codes of practice, ethical concepts and legislation and explore the concepts of equality and diversity, and inclusion. **Career opportunities** Our Health and Social Care Foundation Studies: Certificate of Higher Education will give you the specific skills and confidence you need for a profession in health and social care or to prepare you for studying your undergraduate degree with us.

Social Sciences