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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work)
This Course at a Glance
- Make the switch to a career in social work
- Get on the fast track to degree level study
- Average completion time 9-12 months
- Equivalent to 3 A Levels
- Flexible payments
- Learn at home
- No exams
About Your Diploma
If you want a career that is equally rewarding as it is important, becoming a Social Worker is the perfect way to tick these boxes. By making the decision to get qualified for this role, you will spend your professional life supporting at-risk individuals and those with identified needs in your community.
Social Workers help anyone from the elderly to children, and people with all manner of ability. They could be experiencing anything from homelessness to abuse or a sudden health diagnosis, which means your work will certainly have its challenges. Though, with your help, they can be removed from harmful situations and receive a care plan that will help them meet their goals.
If you like the idea of helping others in need through your work, you will need to study a degree to become a Social Worker. Thankfully, this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work) is equivalent to 3 A Levels and can help you meet the requirements for your degree.
As the course is solely focused on this career path, you will learn everything you need to hit the ground running on a social work course at university. If you have been out of education for some time, there are also modules that equip you with the study skills you will need.
The other modules you will cover will help you understand the various social care provisions, cognitive psychology and crime and society. You will also study the role of the Social Worker and the British welfare state.
All of this and more will give you the ideal foundation of knowledge that you can build on with further study at university. For more information on what you’ll explore in the course, see the ‘Syllabus’ tab.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work) is nationally recognised as a Level 3 qualification, and it is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
Your studies will be carried out online, so it provides you with complete flexibility to move through the modules at your pace. You will be given an Individual Learning Plan that outlines your assignment submission dates to keep you on track, but outside of this our learners on average complete their course within 9-12 months.
You will have up to two years to complete your Access to Higher Education Diploma, but the added benefit of studying when and where it suits you allows you to complete it much quicker.
*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities. It’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.
On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work), (QAA aim code: 40011963), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.
An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.
To study an Access to HE Diploma you must be resident in the UK and have a UK postcode.
You must hold Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths, or be working towards them alongside studying your Access to Higher Education Diploma.
University Entry Criteria
It must be reiterated that each university will set its own admission criteria. So, you must check with your desired institution if your Access to HE Diploma and other qualifications will be accepted.
In many cases, to get started on courses at university, you will need:
- A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade
- A face-to-face interview at the university
- Literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
- Course-related work placements or work experience
- GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 such as Functional Skills/Key Skills, etc.)
It is your responsibility to check that your Access to HE Diploma will be accepted as part of these entry requirements for your chosen degree. Stonebridge will not be held accountable if completing this Access to Higher Education Diploma doesn’t secure you a position with a higher education institution.
Minimum Age Restriction
This course is ideally suited to those who have completed full-time education but have not achieved the grades required to get into university.
Average Completion Timeframe
The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 9-12 months.
Assessment Requirements
A range of assessment methodologies are used, including: academic report, essay, case study analysis, academic poster, journal article, experiment, portfolio, academic poster, presentation (video and audio recording), academic writing skills tasks
Exams Required
There are no exams included in the assessment of the course.
Membership Required?
No membership is required to enrol on this course.
Additional Requirements
Learners must be actively studying for a minimum of six months before results can be ratified and certificates ordered. The six month period does not start until you have passed unit 2 of your course and you must be submitting assignments regularly (in line with the deadlines in your Individual Learning Plan) to meet this six month requirement. Certificates can only be issued once your course is paid for in full.
Certification Timeframe
You can expect to receive your certificate 12-16 weeks from your final assignment being marked and graded, depending on the time of year. You will be provided with regular updates throughout the certification process so that you are fully informed of your individual timeframes.
All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.
*You will have access to the course for 24 months.
Module 1: Academic Writing Skills
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to structure a written response
- Be able to develop a structured response to a plan
- Be able to present the response appropriately for audience and purpose
- Understand how to apply academic writing principles to own work
Module 2: Reading and Note Making
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand the use of language in terms of the purpose and context of a range of texts
- Be able to use methods for developing notes from a range of sources
Module 3: Perspectives in Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand different psychological perspectives
- Understand the differences between alternative psychological perspectives
- Understand the application of psychological perspectives to contemporary issues in psychology
Module 4: Crime and Society
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand crime and deviance
- Understand crime statistics
- Understand theoretical explanations of crime
- Understand social and cultural patterns of crime and criminality
Module 5: Developmental Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the nature/nurture debate in developmental psychology
- Understand early socialisation and the formation of attachment
- Understand cognitive development and the ways in which children process and use information
- Understand the application of developmental psychology theories in the real world
- Understand psychological changes that accompany ageing
Module 6: Family
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the relationship between the family and the wider society
- Understand role relationships within the family
- Understand the influence of feminism on the study of the family
Module 7: The Role and Responsibilities of a Social Worker
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the influence of feminism on the study of the family
- Understand social work values and principles
- Understand the range of employment opportunities available for a Social worker
- Understand the importance of current legislation for the Social Worker and social work
- Understand a range of client groups and the services available to them
Module 8: Cognitive Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of client groups and the services available to them
- Understand the contribution of cognitive psychology research to our understanding of three of the following:
(a) development
(b) memory
(c) attention
(d) perception
(e) language and thought
Module 9: Understanding the Welfare State
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the historical development of the British Welfare State
- Understand the main welfare services available in contemporary British society
- Understand the differing ideologies of welfare
- Understand a current contemporary issue in welfare provision
Module 10: Biopsychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the concept of localisation of function
- Understand the strengths and weaknesses of methods of investigating the relationship between the brain and behaviour
- Understand the interaction between the brain and behaviour
Module 11: Social Care Provisions
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the adult and child social work provisions in the UK
- Understand the contributions of the voluntary and private sector in the provision of care
- Understand the differing welfare needs of groups of people
Module 12: Poverty in Contemporary Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand definitions of poverty
- Understand the historical context of poverty in Britain
- Understand the different methods used to measure poverty
- Understand theoretical explanations of poverty
- Understand explanations about why certain social groups are more likely to experience poverty
- Understand recent policies for tackling poverty in Britain
Module 13: Biopsychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand how neurotransmitters in the brain control behaviour
- Understand the action of drugs on synaptic transmission
- Understand how psychoactive drugs change behaviour
- Understand the role of serotonin antagonists and reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of disorders
Module 14: Social Inequality
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the relationship between social differentiation and social inequality
- Understand the main theoretical perspectives on social inequality
- Understand how class, gender and ethnicity influence the opportunities available to people
Module 15: Responding to Prejudice and Discrimination
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand theories for prejudice and discrimination
- Understand legal responses to discrimination and prejudice
- Understand community initiatives in overcoming discrimination and prejudice
A range of units make up this qualification, with an assignment at the end of each. You will submit your work to your tutor for marking and tailored feedback. You must acquire 60 credits in total in order to achieve the Access to HE Diploma (Social Work).
Of these credits, 45 will be taken from graded units which focus on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 come from ungraded units included to help you to improve your academic writing and study skills.
As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.
What's Included
- All study materials
- Study Guide
- Full Tutor and Admin support
- The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96.00).
OUR PASS RATE
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
83%
(National Average 77.1%)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work)
This Course at a Glance
- Make the switch to a career in social work
- Get on the fast track to degree level study
- Average completion time 9-12 months
- Equivalent to 3 A Levels
- Flexible payments
- Learn at home
- No exams
About Your Diploma
If you want a career that is equally rewarding as it is important, becoming a Social Worker is the perfect way to tick these boxes. By making the decision to get qualified for this role, you will spend your professional life supporting at-risk individuals and those with identified needs in your community.
Social Workers help anyone from the elderly to children, and people with all manner of ability. They could be experiencing anything from homelessness to abuse or a sudden health diagnosis, which means your work will certainly have its challenges. Though, with your help, they can be removed from harmful situations and receive a care plan that will help them meet their goals.
If you like the idea of helping others in need through your work, you will need to study a degree to become a Social Worker. Thankfully, this Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work) is equivalent to 3 A Levels and can help you meet the requirements for your degree.
As the course is solely focused on this career path, you will learn everything you need to hit the ground running on a social work course at university. If you have been out of education for some time, there are also modules that equip you with the study skills you will need.
The other modules you will cover will help you understand the various social care provisions, cognitive psychology and crime and society. You will also study the role of the Social Worker and the British welfare state.
All of this and more will give you the ideal foundation of knowledge that you can build on with further study at university. For more information on what you’ll explore in the course, see the ‘Syllabus’ tab.
Getting Started
Stonebridge Associated Colleges is a leading UK distance learning provider. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work) is nationally recognised as a Level 3 qualification, and it is regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).
Your studies will be carried out online, so it provides you with complete flexibility to move through the modules at your pace. You will be given an Individual Learning Plan that outlines your assignment submission dates to keep you on track, but outside of this our learners on average complete their course within 9-12 months.
You will have up to two years to complete your Access to Higher Education Diploma, but the added benefit of studying when and where it suits you allows you to complete it much quicker.
*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities. It’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.
Access to Higher Education Diplomas
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 77.1%)
83%
On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Work), (QAA aim code: 40011963), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.
An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.
Module 1: Academic Writing Skills
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Be able to structure a written response
- Be able to develop a structured response to a plan
- Be able to present the response appropriately for audience and purpose
- Understand how to apply academic writing principles to own work
Module 2: Reading and Note Making
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of reading strategies
- Understand the use of language in terms of the purpose and context of a range of texts
- Be able to use methods for developing notes from a range of sources
Module 3: Perspectives in Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand different psychological perspectives
- Understand the differences between alternative psychological perspectives
- Understand the application of psychological perspectives to contemporary issues in psychology
Module 4: Crime and Society
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand crime and deviance
- Understand crime statistics
- Understand theoretical explanations of crime
- Understand social and cultural patterns of crime and criminality
Module 5: Developmental Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the nature/nurture debate in developmental psychology
- Understand early socialisation and the formation of attachment
- Understand cognitive development and the ways in which children process and use information
- Understand the application of developmental psychology theories in the real world
- Understand psychological changes that accompany ageing
Module 6: Family
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the relationship between the family and the wider society
- Understand role relationships within the family
- Understand the influence of feminism on the study of the family
Module 7: The Role and Responsibilities of a Social Worker
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the influence of feminism on the study of the family
- Understand social work values and principles
- Understand the range of employment opportunities available for a Social worker
- Understand the importance of current legislation for the Social Worker and social work
- Understand a range of client groups and the services available to them
Module 8: Cognitive Psychology
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand a range of client groups and the services available to them
- Understand the contribution of cognitive psychology research to our understanding of three of the following:
(a) development
(b) memory
(c) attention
(d) perception
(e) language and thought
Module 9: Understanding the Welfare State
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the historical development of the British Welfare State
- Understand the main welfare services available in contemporary British society
- Understand the differing ideologies of welfare
- Understand a current contemporary issue in welfare provision
Module 10: Biopsychology: Behaviour and the Brain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the concept of localisation of function
- Understand the strengths and weaknesses of methods of investigating the relationship between the brain and behaviour
- Understand the interaction between the brain and behaviour
Module 11: Social Care Provisions
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the adult and child social work provisions in the UK
- Understand the contributions of the voluntary and private sector in the provision of care
- Understand the differing welfare needs of groups of people
Module 12: Poverty in Contemporary Britain
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand definitions of poverty
- Understand the historical context of poverty in Britain
- Understand the different methods used to measure poverty
- Understand theoretical explanations of poverty
- Understand explanations about why certain social groups are more likely to experience poverty
- Understand recent policies for tackling poverty in Britain
Module 13: Biopsychology: Behaviour and Drugs
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand how neurotransmitters in the brain control behaviour
- Understand the action of drugs on synaptic transmission
- Understand how psychoactive drugs change behaviour
- Understand the role of serotonin antagonists and reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of disorders
Module 14: Social Inequality
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand the relationship between social differentiation and social inequality
- Understand the main theoretical perspectives on social inequality
- Understand how class, gender and ethnicity influence the opportunities available to people
Module 15: Responding to Prejudice and Discrimination
Upon successful completion of this module, you will:
- Understand theories for prejudice and discrimination
- Understand legal responses to discrimination and prejudice
- Understand community initiatives in overcoming discrimination and prejudice
A range of units make up this qualification, with an assignment at the end of each. You will submit your work to your tutor for marking and tailored feedback. You must acquire 60 credits in total in order to achieve the Access to HE Diploma (Social Work).
Of these credits, 45 will be taken from graded units which focus on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 come from ungraded units included to help you to improve your academic writing and study skills.
As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.
What's Included
- All study materials
- Study Guide
- Full Tutor and Admin support
- The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96.00).
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