LSCHealth & CareThe level is medium. The difficulty comes from English, writing, research, analytical work and understanding human and social issues.It is not an easy route if you avoid study, writing, communication or care-related topics.

CertHE in Public Health with Foundation

Simple overview of this programme

This course introduces public health, social care, communication in health settings, lifestyle and environmental influences on health, and social factors that affect wellbeing.

It is a staged route for people who want to enter health, care, public-health or support-related pathways but may not be ready for a heavier degree.

Decision summary

Good fit for

people interested in health, care, social services, working with people and a manageable entry route into higher education.

Poor fit for

people who think this course alone will make them a nurse, midwife, social worker or regulated clinical professional.

Who this programme is for

You have experience or interest in care homes, hospitals, clinics, support centres or social services.

You want to understand health beyond medical treatment.

You care about people, communities, lifestyle, environment and social conditions.

You want a step-by-step start into higher education.

What jobs can this programme lead to?

Realistic starting roles:

Care Assistant

Support Worker

Public Health Support Roles

Community Support Roles

Health Admin Support

Growth path after experience:

Progression to Level 5 Public Health routes

Health and Social Care Pathway

Community Health Support Pathway

Important note: The degree alone does not guarantee a job, a management position or a specialist title. English level, work experience, practical skills and labour-market conditions all matter.

Key programme information

Duration2 years

Foundation YearYes

Course typeCertificate of Higher Education (CertHE)

Credit Value240 credits

Awarding bodyCanterbury Christ Church University

LocationLondon School of Commerce

CitiesLondon and Birmingham, subject to intake capacity

Study modefull-time and in person

Teaching languageEnglish

Student Financesubject to residence status, previous study and individual circumstances

Timing and classes

The course runs for 2 years and includes Foundation/Level 0 followed by Level 4.

It is delivered at London School of Commerce. Exact class days, attendance and start dates must be checked for the intake.

How difficult is this programme?

The level is medium. The difficulty comes from English, writing, research, analytical work and understanding human and social issues.

It is not an easy route if you avoid study, writing, communication or care-related topics.

What is the Foundation Year and how does it help?

The Foundation/Level 0 stage helps students build study, writing, research, communication, critical thinking and academic confidence.

It is useful for people who have been away from education or need a calmer entry into higher education.

Main advantage of this programme

It creates a clear and staged entry route into Public Health, health services and social-care support.

Important points before choosing

The course does not guarantee a job, professional licence or direct entry into regulated clinical roles.

If your goal is nursing, midwifery, social work or a regulated clinical profession, a separate route is required.