Course information
Health Studies
Biddenham International School and Sports College - Bedford
01234342521
Biddenham Turn, Bedford, MK40 4AZ
Course summary

Health and Social Care at Biddenham introduces students to the specialist knowledge and skills needed to work in various care settings. Underpinning the qualification is a focus on core values and communicating with individuals to maintain their dignity and sense of being valued. Students apply their skills and knowledge to offer appropriate care and support and build positive relationships to meet the needs of those they are working with.

Entry requirements

Achieved a grade 4 English Language and Math qualification and a minimum of three other Level 2 qualifications at grade 4 or above. 16-19 Level 3 course entry requirements and at least 4-3 in Combined Science.

How you'll be assessed

Year 12 – Certificate equivalent to an AS Unit 1: Building positive relationships in H&SC (60 GLH, coursework unit). Unit 2: Equality, Diversity, and Rights in H&SC (60 GLH, externally examined paper). Unit 3: Health, Safety, and Security in H&SC (60 GLH, externally examined paper). Year 13 – Extended Certificate equivalent to an A-level Unit 4: Anatomy and Physiology (90 GLH, externally examined paper). Unit 22: Psychology for H&SC (60 GLH, coursework). Unit 24: Public Health (30 GLH, coursework).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityBedford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBiddenham Turn, Bedford, MK40 4AZ