Health Studies

Course summary

Over 3 million people in the UK work in health and social care, which is equivalent to 1 in every 20 people. Demand for both health and social care is likely to continue to rise due to the ageing population, so it is sure to continue to play a key role in UK society highlighted during the COVID pandemic. The demand for people to fill these vital jobs will continue to increase. Our courses provide the opportunity to discover a wide range of Health and Care topics and develop the key skills, such as empathy and resilience to work in this rewarding industry. What are the progression opportunities? This course will help learners to develop key transferable skills and knowledge such as self-evaluation, analytical and research skills essential for many Careers. Students who are successful at BTEC Health and Social Care often go onto careers in Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy or Social Work. Many go on to study Childhood and Youth Studies at University, leading to a career working with children. What is involved? Unit 4 Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care (Exam) Unit 7 Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care Unit 8 Promoting Public Health Unit 19 Nutritional Health