Course Equivalent
This course is the equivalent of 3 A Levels
Why should you take this course?
This course explores and investigates the Health and Social care sector through a range of diverse units. The qualification develops a deep, common core of knowledge, understanding and skills through mandatory content.
The course is designed for students with an interest in a career in the health service or social care sector. It will focus on a wide range of settings and client groups.
Course content
There are eight mandatory units:
Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
Human Lifespan Development
Working in Health and Social Care
Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care
Promoting Public Health
Work Experience in Health and Social Care
Optional units include:
Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
Caring for Individuals with Dementia
Assessing Children’s Development Support Needs
Nutritional Health
Students will be expected to attend placement for a minimum of 415 hours in a range of settings over the duration of the two years.
How will I be assessed?
There are four external units assessed through exams. The remainder are assessed internally through assignments/projects, case studies and practical work.
Are there any special expenses?
Transport to and from placement, a DBS check and uniform. There will be some trips and visits which will incur costs and are a compulsory part of the course.
What could I do next?
This course could lead to any Health or Social Care degree course such as nursing, midwifery, social work or allied health professions such as physiotherapy, radiography or occupational therapy.
