Health Studies
The Cotswold Academy - Gloucestershire
01451820554
The Avenue, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, GL54 2BD
Course summary

With a strong vocational element, Health and Social Care is ideal for those looking for a career (or to pursue more study in further and higher education) in the health and social care sector. Practical work and work experience will enhance your learning. In Year 12, you will cover: 3 Units assessed by internal coursework • Building positive relationships in health and social care • Infection control • Nutrition 3 Units assessed by external examination • Equality, diversity & rights • Health, safety & security • Anatomy & physiology In Year 13, an additional 6 topics are covered: 4 Units assessed by internal coursework • Promote positive behaviour • Sexual health, reproduction and early stages of development • The impact of long-term physiological conditions • Psychology for health and social care 2 Units assessed by external examination • Personalisation and a person-centred approach to care • Safeguarding

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grades 9-4 including grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics and English Language.

How you'll be assessed

A mixture of examinations and internally assessed (moderated) coursework assignments Grades are awarded at Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass, equivalent to A Level grades A* to E, and carry the same UCAS entry points.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityGloucestershire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressThe Avenue, Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham, GL54 2BD