Legal and Professional Frameworks for Working with People with a Learning Disability in Non-specialist Settings
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
As a health or social care professional you will come into contact with individuals who have a diagnosis of a learning disability. In addition to having a learning disability, they may also have additional needs or diagnoses, including autism. This course provides an opportunity for you to: * Develop your knowledge and understanding of the legal, ethical and professional obligations when working with people who have a learning disability. * Become more confident as you implement key legislation and ethical principles pertaining to people with learning disabilities. * Use case study examples in order to participate in reflective exercises to allow you to evaluate your current knowledge and skills and build upon them.
Key highlights
- Covers legal, ethical and professional obligations in learning disability care
- Applies key legislation and ethical principles to everyday practice
- Addresses additional needs and diagnoses, including autism
- Uses case study examples for reflective learning exercises
- Helps evaluate and build on your current knowledge and skills
- Earns 20 Master's level credits for professional development
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5
Scholarships
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship Scheme provides a fee waiver of at least 50% on full-time or part-time research degrees, some schools may offer 100%.
Careers this course leads to
- Registered Nurse
- Social Worker
- Healthcare Assistant
- Support Worker
- Care Coordinator
- Allied Health Professional
Cost of study
UK/Home: £987 | International: £18,700
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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