Assistant Practitioner (Health) - Higher Apprenticeship - FdSc
Birmingham City UniversityCity South, United Kingdom
Course overview
Do you want to enhance your career in health and social care? Our Certificate in Higher Education/Foundation degree is ideal for those already working a minimum of 30 hours per week within a health and social work setting. On this course you can develop your knowledge and skills to enable you to progress to Assistant Practitioner level or equivalent....
Key highlights
- Designed for staff working 30+ hours weekly in health or social care
- Develops knowledge and skills to progress to Assistant Practitioner level
- Higher apprenticeship combining study with employment in a clinical setting
- Certificate in Higher Education or Foundation degree award routes
Entry requirements
Applicants must have on application a Level 2 in Maths and English (or equivalent) as well as a Level 3 qualification, however we can accept a portfolio for those who do not hold a Level 3 qualification. Please check the transferable skills document from Apprenticeship Certificates England to see if your qualifications meet the requirements for a Higher Apprenticeship. Please be aware the FdSc Assistant Practitioner Course is an apprenticeship which requires a supportive and suitable (for the pathway you are applying for) clinical environment and employer.
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Scholarships
Accelerate Scholarship
If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.
Up to £1,000International Undergraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.
Up to £5,000Sports Scholarship
Enhanced performance support funding.
The High Achievers' Scholarship
You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Assistant Practitioner
- Senior Healthcare Assistant
- Nursing Associate
- Senior Support Worker
- Healthcare Support Worker
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 Birmingham City University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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