Do you want to develop the skills to excel in leadership and management roles across the health and care sector, but aren’t not sure if you’re ready for university study? Then our health and care management degree with an integrated foundation year is the solution you’ve been looking for.
Designed to equip you with the skills you need to progress to degree-level study, this programme will help you establish a career within the health and social care sector, even if you don’t have the academic qualifications to join a standard undergraduate degree course. The foundation year is perfect if you need a little extra support to start your journey to higher education, offering study-skills and guidance at every stage.
In addition to being a high quality honours degree, the course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). That means that upon successful completion, you’ll receive the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership, demonstrating your ability to succeed in health and social care management roles.
Progress towards IHSCM Fellowship as part of your degree
The course is endorsed by the Institute of Health & Social Care Management (IHSCM), meaning it’s recognised for its excellence in teaching both management and health and social care skills. Your studies are aligned with IHSCM fellowship requirements, meaning the work you complete as part of your degree contributes directly towards the fellowship pathway. Unlike the standard route, you won’t need to complete additional applications, CPD submissions, or external activities, as Arden monitors your progress and awards the relevant recognition as you advance through the course.
The academic team behind the development and delivery of the course are industry leaders with vast experience within the health and social care sector, including directors at the NHS/IHSCM and digital health tech firms, ensuring the course is directed by the needs of the industry. This also brings a wealth of professional expertise to your learning, providing you with a myriad of opportunities to develop your skills and practice. Finally, guest lecturers and live case studies from our links with the NHS, IHSCM, and Skills for Care will help you learn from real-world experiences and connect with professionals in the field.
To be eligible for our BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management with Foundation Year course, we need to see that you have:
In addition, an apprenticeship route: the Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship BSc (Hons) Health and Care Management (CMI) with NHS Mary Seacole Award is also available.
With a health and care bachelor’s degree under your belt, you could work in the National Health Service (NHS), in the vast social care sector, with a private healthcare provider, or for a voluntary or not-for-profit organisation in a range of settings, including:
