Health and Social Care Diplomas of Higher Education

Elevate your expertise in healthcare and social services with our online Diploma of Higher Education in Health and Social Care. This flexible programme offers comprehensive training in care practices, health policy, and management, preparing you for mid-level roles in care settings or further academic progression.

Build practical skills with an online Diploma of Higher Education in Health and Social Care

An online Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Health and Social Care provides a strong foundation in care practice, health systems, and service delivery. Ideal if you’re starting your career, returning to education, or looking to upskill, these flexible online programmes help you study around your schedule while gaining relevant, workplace-ready knowledge.

Why choose an online DipHE in Health and Social Care?

Study around your life

Access course materials 100% online and study when it suits you. Whether you’re balancing work, family, or other commitments, these programmes are designed to fit your lifestyle.

Build practical, career-focused skills

Learn core principles of health and social care, from safeguarding and communication to understanding physical and mental health needs — all geared toward real-world practice.

Progress or prepare for further study

Use your diploma as a standalone qualification or a stepping stone toward a full degree in health and social care or a related subject.

What you’ll learn in an online health and social care DipHE

This level of study focuses on developing applied knowledge and transferable skills to support individuals, families, and communities:

Health and social care practice

Understand the roles, responsibilities, and values that underpin quality care provision.

Safeguarding and ethical practice

Learn how to recognise risk, maintain professional boundaries, and support vulnerable individuals with dignity and respect.

Mental and physical health

Explore the challenges of supporting people with diverse health conditions across different care settings.

Communication and teamwork

Develop essential interpersonal skills for working effectively in multidisciplinary teams and supporting service users.

Policy and systems

Gain insight into how health and social care services are organised, funded, and regulated.

FAQs

A DipHE can prepare you for support roles in healthcare, social work, community services, and the voluntary sector. It’s also a valuable qualification for career changers and a strong foundation for progressing to a full undergraduate degree.

A DipHE typically takes two years of full-time study to complete, or longer if studying part-time. With online learning, you can progress at your own pace.

Costs vary depending on the university and course structure. Online diplomas are often more affordable than on-campus programmes. FutureLearn offers access to flexible, cost-effective diplomas from leading institutions.

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