Health Studies
Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School - Blackburn with Darwen
0125454021
Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AD
Course summary

Studying for a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care will allow you to draw on a range of disciplines, such as Sociology, Psychology, Biology, Health and Social Care Management. You will learn about a range of contemporary Health and Social Care issues. Each topic varies, introducing new and interesting concepts.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 or above in GCSE English (Language or Literature) & GCSE Mathematics.

How you'll be assessed

You will be assessed through the completion of 8 mandatory units, 4 internal assessments, 4 external assessments and 5 optional units. The completed vocational qualification is equivalent to 3 A Levels and comprises of a combination of coursework and examinations. Some units will have an element of work experience, this is a compulsory requirement which the college arranges, valuing student choice. The learning environment is pleasant and positive where active teaching approaches are deployed to include group work, presentations, debates, guest speakers and visits to Health and Social Care settings.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityBlackburn with Darwen
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeGirls
AddressPreston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AD