Health Studies
St George's Academy - Lincolnshire
01529302487
Westgate, Sleaford, NG34 7PP
Course summary

There are a wide range of career opportunities across all sectors of Health, Social Care, and Children and Young People. The course will equip you with the skills you need for either university or work and is a first step towards a career in any of these areas. The subject is taught by enthusiastic and committed staff who bring out the best in the students. The O.C.R. Level 3 Diploma is a two-year course that consists of 7 mandatory units, plus 5 optional units, and is broadly equivalent to two A Levels. Students will be required to carry out two weeks of work experience in a related setting during this course. This course requires a commitment to the full two-year program as final accreditation is not available until the end of Year 13. Examples of Unit Titles include: • Building Positive Relationships • Looked-after Children & Young People • Supporting People with Learning Disabilities • Personalisation and Person-centred Approach to Care

Entry requirements

5+ Grade 4s at GCSE or equivalent. Grade 4 in English, Grade 4 in Maths is preferred. Merit in BTEC in subjects you wish to study.

How you'll be assessed

Students are assessed through their portfolio of 7 pieces of coursework taken under controlled assessment conditions in school plus 5 examinations in January and June.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityLincolnshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWestgate, Sleaford, NG34 7PP