Health Studies
Philip Morant School and College - Essex
01206545222
Rembrandt Way, Colchester, CO3 4QS
Course summary

Students are required to complete four mandatory units which are assessed via examination. The other three units are assessed via portfolio. Modules include: Building Positive Relationships Equality, Diversity and Rights Health and Safety and Security Anatomy and Physiology Sexual Health, Reproduction & Early Development Stages The course equips students with the skills needed for higher education courses such as medical health and social care; social policy; social work; nursing; physiotherapy; occupational therapy; working with children, young people and families; psychology; and sociology. The course also enables students to enter the world of work in a variety of careers such as childcare; nursing; paediatrics; midwifery; social work; teaching; police officer; probation officer; paramedic; health visitor; mental health worker; and counselling.

Entry requirements

4 or more GCSE grades of 9 – 4, including English Language or Literature or Maths. (Students can re-sit Maths or English, if necessary). It is desirable that students have at least grade 5 in English and grade 5 in Double Science. If a student has studied GCSE or equivalent Health and Social Care they need to have achieved a Level 2 Merit.

How you'll be assessed

Examination and Portfolio. Please note that this course is a Technical Award, which means it is recognised as an equivalent to an A Level and therefore UCAS points are awarded accordingly.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressRembrandt Way, Colchester, CO3 4QS