ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care
ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Course Fee: £4500
The ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care is a 60-credit Ofqual-regulated qualification, equivalent to an A Level or Access to Higher Education qualification. It provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to the principles, practices, and skills essential to both health and social care sectors.
About This Course
The ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care is a 60-credit Ofqual-regulated qualification, equivalent to an A Level or Access to Higher Education qualification. It provides learners with a comprehensive introduction to the principles, practices, and skills essential to both health and social care sectors.
Designed to build upon Level 3 knowledge, this diploma develops competence across key areas such as person-centred care, safeguarding, communication, and leadership within care environments.
The qualification is mapped to the IfATE Level 4 Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Standard, ensuring its alignment with current professional and regulatory expectations in the UK health and social care industry. It also reflects the Skills for Care Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care framework, offering learners a practical and recognised foundation for professional practice.
Am I eligible for this programme?
This qualification is intended for learners aged 18 and above.
Entry requirements typically include a GCE A-Level profile with two or more subjects supported by five GCSEs (grade 4/C or above), a related Level 3 qualification such as an ATHE Diploma, an Access to Higher Education Certificate, or an equivalent international qualification.
Course Fees
The fee for enrolling onto this course is £ 4500.
Students can make payment using one of the following methods:
- Credit or Debit Card
- Bank Transfer
- Interest Free Monthly installments
- Western Union
What is included in the cost of my course?
- All course material, including online modules and written assignments.
- Personal tutor support with 1-2-1 Zoom sessions where required.
- Dedicated student support
- Access to an online social learning forum
- Assignment marking and feedback.
Module listing
Health and Social Care in Context and Principles
This unit develops understanding of the national, legal, and ethical frameworks underpinning adult social care. Learners explore professional values, rights, and responsibilities, examining how policies and legislation influence quality care delivery and ethical decision-making within adult care settings.
Supporting Individuals in Adult Social Care
Learners gain practical skills and knowledge to support individuals in adult care environments. The unit covers personalised care, promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing, while focusing on effective communication, safeguarding, and collaborative care planning to enhance service user outcomes.
Health and Ill-Health
This unit explores key concepts of health and ill-health, including determinants of wellbeing, health inequalities, and prevalent health issues affecting communities. Learners analyse how lifestyle, environment, and socio-economic factors influence health outcomes within the social care context.
Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care
Learners develop self-awareness and professional growth through reflective practice, goal setting, and continuous improvement. The unit emphasises accountability, ethical practice, and supporting others’ development, fostering confidence and competence within health and social care roles.
Assignment listing
The ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care has 4 written assignments. The assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each. Students are provided support on the modules and assignments via the ‘Tutor’ section of the learning platform.
Sample Certificate
University Progression
Successful completion of the ATHE Level 4 Diploma in Health & Social Care enables learners to progress into employment or advance within current health and social care roles. Learners can also progress to the ATHE Level 5 Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care, relevant HTQs or apprenticeships, or directly enter the second year of university degree programmes.