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.
We ask for 5 GCSE grades 9-4 but will accept students who need to retake Maths and/or English Language GCSE.
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.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Salhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9DL |
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.
We ask for 5 GCSE grades 9-4 but will accept students who need to retake Maths and/or English Language GCSE.
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.