UndergraduateFull-time

Maternity Care, HECert

Swansea UniversityUnited Kingdom
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
1 Year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Health Studies
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

Overview

Whether you’re starting out, changing direction, or deepening your expertise, our innovative and Certificate of Higher Education in Maternity Care offers a powerful springboard into a meaningful and rewarding career, or further academic study. Designed for learners with an interest in maternity or health care - or for those already working in the sector who want to strengthen and formalise their skills, this programme has been a trusted route into diverse professional pathways since 2014. There is also the opportunity, upon completion of the pathway, for direct entry into Year 2 of the BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care programme, allowing for smooth academic progression. Graduates have also go on to further undergraduate study in Midwifery, Nursing and other related disciplines with the core skills and knowledge for professional practice. This programme instills a strong emphasis on self-awareness, holistic support, and inclusive care. You will develop in-depth knowledge of: Anatomy, physiology and emotional transitions in pregnancy and parenting Communication, culture, and diversity in health and maternity services The social context of family life and reproductive health in the UK

Entry requirements

Other conditionsdbs_check · All applicants will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check and occupational health check.
Other conditionsoccupational_health · All applicants will be required to have a satisfactory enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check and occupational health check.

Fees

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

Start dates

Sep 2026

Application deadline

Home; 26 August 2026 (International)

Campus

  • Singleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
East MidlandsEast of EnglandLondonNorth EastNorth WestNorthern IrelandScotlandSouth EastSouth WestWalesWest MidlandsYorkshire and the HumberSwansea University

Where you will study

Neath Port Talbot, Wales, United Kingdom

Study in Neath Port TalbotWales

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