Health Studies
Heart of Worcestershire College - Worcestershire
08448802500
Peakman Campus, Peakman Street, Redditch, B98 8DW
Course summary

If you are keen to develop a career in health and social care and are thinking of going to university, then this is the course for you. Our course will help you explore a range of exciting health and social care topics through classroom study, group discussion, work placements, and project work. In your first year you will study the 90 Credit Diploma and, upon successful completion of this, you will progress to your second year, where you will complete your Extended Diploma. Our course will take your learning to an advanced level and help you gain a new perspective on a range of health and social care issues. If you are keen to develop a career in this area and are thinking of going to university, then this is the course for you. Our course will help you explore a range of exciting health and social care issues through classroom study, group discussion, and project work. You will also attend a work placement for at least one day a week.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have 5 GCSEs grade 4 and above (A*-C) including English and math's. Alternatively, you will be considered if you have achieved a relevant Level 2 qualification. Entry is subject to a satisfactory reference and interview.

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed on an ongoing basis through a variety of methods including assignments, practical assessments, case studies and presentations. You will also be observed in the workplace, and evidence from your work placements are integral to the assessment process. You must complete over 200 work placement hours to complete the course.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPeakman Campus, Peakman Street, Redditch, B98 8DW