Health Studies

Course summary

With the demographics in the UK changing rapidly and the population living longer, the health and social care sectors will experience huge growth over the next few years. For those wishing to work in these sectors, a Cambridge Technical qualification in Health and Social Care provides a solid foundation of knowledge, practical skills and experience. You will study six modules: Unit 1 - Communication in health and social care Unit 2 - Individual rights in health and social care Unit 3 - Individual needs in Health and Social Care Unit 4 - Ensuring safe environments in health and social care Unit 5 - Vocational experience in a health and social care setting Unit 7 - Anatomy and physiology for health and social care You will also go out on work placement and have the opportunity to study either functional skills or GCSE English and maths.