This course provides a wide base of experience for those students interested in a career within the health, social care or early years sectors. It is not necessary to have previously studied Society, Health and Development it is however essential that students are prepared to embrace a variety of learning styles and fully participate in all aspects of the course. The nature of this course requires a mature approach to independent study and students are encouraged to develop their attitudes and values within a supportive team and respect the views of others. Students use a wide variety or resources including current practioners in all the sectors of the subject as well as the internet and a range of course text books to support their studies and help them gain valuable insight into professions within the context of the subject along with work experience when necessary to support their vocational studies.