Health Studies
St John's Catholic School & Sixth Form College - County Durham
01388603246
Woodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JT
Course summary

What will we study? In this course, you will study various topics and units assessed internally (coursework) and externally (exams). The units you will cover are Unit 1-Human Lifespan Development (exam) -covers physical, intellectual, emotional, and social development across the human lifespan, and the factors affecting development and the effects of aging. Unit 2 Working in the care sector (exam) covers the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals' care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines Unit 5-Meeting individual care and support needs covers the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting Individual care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines. Unit 12-Supporting individuals with additional needs (coursework) covers key theoretical perspectives that have been put forward on psychological and physical development and how they are applied in different health and social care settings. Unit 8 - Promoting Public Health (coursework) covers the aims of public health policy and the current approaches to promoting and protecting health and encouraging behavior change in the population. If you choose the double option you will also complete 60 hours of work experience in a care setting.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's (Above grade C or currently equivalent level 4). The most important things you need to take Health & Social Care is a lively and inquiring mind, an interest in the caring professions, a willingness to explore new ideas, and an ability to communicate your ideas effectively. You must also enjoy coursework and be well organized. If you have studied BTEC First Certificate in Health and Social Care you must have achieved a merit to study this course further, as well as a level 4 in English.

How you'll be assessed

In this course, you will study various topics and units assessed internally (coursework) and externally (exams).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityCounty Durham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressWoodhouse Lane, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JT