Health Studies
The Open Academy - Norfolk
01603481640
Salhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9DL
Course summary

The course offers a broad basis of study in the health and social care sector. The qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A-Levels. The qualification is made up of 4 units. You will study two units each year. Unit one is an exam and marked externally and the second is a course work unit that will be marked internally with the final grade verified by another member of the teaching staff. Three of the units are compulsory with the fourth unit decided by the class.

Entry requirements

We ask for 5 GCSE grades 9-4 but will accept students who need to retake Maths and/or English Language GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

In year 1 you will study: • Human Lifespan Development - exam • Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs - coursework In year 2 you will study: • Working in Health and Social Care - exam To be decided by the class. You will be able to retake the exams to improve your grade if necessary. At the beginning of each assignment, you will be given an assignment brief. You should always be aware of exactly what it is you need to do to get a ‘pass’, ‘merit’ or ‘distinction’ level.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressSalhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9DL