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Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE

Healthcare Practice

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Healthcare Practice course at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year
Scotland£9,535 per year
Wales£9,535 per year
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year
Channel Islands£9,535 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,535 per year
EU£15,600 per year
International£15,600 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: HCP6

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Healthcare Practice course.

The CertHE in Healthcare Practice is a course designed for those who want to pursue a career in healthcare. This programme provides a recognised qualification at level five, giving you the knowledge and skills needed for various healthcare roles.

Our course focuses on delivering person-centred and compassionate care. You will learn how to provide effective support in different healthcare settings. The curriculum covers key aspects of healthcare, including integrated working, evidence-based practice, and professional development. You will also explore important biological, social, and psychological concepts and theories that underpin healthcare practice.

The CertHE Healthcare Practice is ideal for those looking to enhance their qualifications before applying for a degree in healthcare. This course increases your chances of being accepted into your preferred degree programme. You will continue to apply for your chosen degree while studying with us, and you can leave our course at the end of the first or second year once you secure your place in a degree programme.

Join us at UWTSD and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare.

Source: University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Healthcare Practice at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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4 course options available.

Qualification

Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE

Department

Health and Social Care

Location

Carmarthen Campus | Carmarthen

Duration

1 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Health and social care

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

The modules you will study

In this course, you’ll gain essential knowledge in anatomy, physiology, health and wellbeing, and the Welsh healthcare context. You’ll also develop personal, academic, and professional skills while exploring person-centred care and the fundamentals of health and social care.

Year 1

In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in human anatomy, health and wellbeing, and healthcare in Wales. You’ll also begin to develop essential academic, professional, and personal skills that will prepare you for a career in health and social care.

Compulsory

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology (20 Credits) Living well: A life-course Approach to Health and Wellbeing (20 Credits) Personal, Academic and Professional Development (20 Credits) Practising Healthcare in Wales: Language and Culture (20 Credits) Professional Practice: A Person-centred Approach (20 Credits) Understanding Health and Social Care (20 Credits)

How you will be assessed

Exams are not heavily used in the programmes because the assessment focus is on the rehearsal of activities typically undertaken in the nursing and healthcare environment.

Coursework is the primary assessment strategy.

Coursework and practical tasks are set in a variety of formats; these include:

Practical in-class set exercises (e.g. debate seminars) Role play (e.g. mock nursing interviews with heads of industry) Presentations Professional nursing portfolio (mirroring demands of industry) Research projects Reflective blogs Peer mentoring Video critique Essays Reports Work experience/placements.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David student reviews

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2nd year student

As a student union representative, I have firsthand experience with the workings of our student union, and I can confidently say that it is excellent. The student union plays a crucial role in advocating for the needs and interests of the student body, and I'm proud to be a part of that effort.rnrnO...

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2nd year student

University life has been an enriching and transformative experience for me. It's more than just attending classes and studying; it's a vibrant and dynamic environment where I've had the opportunity to grow personally, socially, and academically.rnrnOne of the highlights of university life is the sen...

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2nd year student

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2nd year student

The support I've received at my university has been excellent overall. From academic guidance to personal well-being, the university offers a range of resources to help students succeed and thrive.rnrnAcademically, professors are readily available during office hours for additional assistance and cl...

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2nd year student

The facilities at my university are generally quite good. The campus offers a variety of amenities to support students in their academic and extracurricular pursuits. rnrnThe library is well-stocked with a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, and online databases, which have been...

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2nd year student

Studying International Development and Global Politics has been an incredibly enriching experience for me. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics shaping our world, from economic disparities to political conflicts and global cooperation. I've appreciated the diverse ...

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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David students who took the Healthcare Practice course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

98%

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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

95%

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How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

97%

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

97%

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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

93%

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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

96%

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

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How well organised is your course?

92%

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

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How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

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Student information

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Healthcare Practice or another course from the same subject area.

Health and social care
Mode of study
Full-time91%Part-time9%
Gender ratio
Female85%Male15%
Where students come from
UK100%
Student performance
2:1 or above77%
Number of students2,475
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
PsychologyC
Health and Social CareA
SociologyB
Religious StudiesB
English LiteratureB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Healthcare Practice at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David graduates who took Healthcare Practice - or another course in the same subject area.

Health and social care

Earnings

£19.2k

First year after graduation

£20.8k

Third year after graduation

£22.4k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Healthcare Practice.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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