Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) - Health and Social Care Educators

We have designed this course for post-registration healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their teaching and learning expertise in practice-based settings. This course focuses on enhancing your understanding of teaching theory, contemporary practice, and policy, while linking your real-world experience to these concepts. We will help you apply your learning to innovate and advance practice in your field. The course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to meet the Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA) requirements, allowing you to independently apply for AFHEA certification on completion. You will be taught through a series of online seminars, which will be supported by the University’s virtual learning environment. You will have access to two online coaching sessions to support you with your associate fellowship application.

You must: have line manager approval. have been a health or social care practice educator for 2 years (via self-declaration) and/or have engaged with introductory practice educator courses.

International students: £17,600

UK students: £400

UK/Home: £400

International: £17,600

19 May 2027

28 June 2026

• University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom