Course information
Health Studies
Loreto College - Manchester
01612265156
Chichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB
Course summary

You will gain a nationally recognised vocationally specific qualification to enter employment as a health or social care worker, or progress to degree level at university. The course looks in detail at the role of the health or social care worker, their relationship with patients/service users, and their responsibilities towards patients/service users and the wider health and social care sectors. It provides opportunities to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities, and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.

Entry requirements

6 GCSEs between 9 to 4 (A*-C) for including 2 of English, Maths or Science. 2 should be at least grade 6 (B).

How you'll be assessed

In Year 1 you will study the following two units: 1 – Human lifespan development (exam) 5 – Meeting individual needs (coursework) In Year 2 -you will study two units: 2 – Working in Health and Social Care (exam) 11 – Psychological Perspectives ( coursework) 50% coursework 50% exam.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityManchester
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressChichester Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5PB