This course is equivalent in size to three A-levels and is an introduction to the health and social care sector through applied learning. Over the two year course you will study a diverse range of topics including: human development, care and support, public health, psychology, sociology, research techniques and analysis, anatomy, physiology and biological disorders. You will also undertake work experience, planning and logging your own progress in this area.
It is recommended that students need at least 5 GCSEs at grade 5, including Maths and English
13 units are studied of which 8 are mandatory coursework units and 5 are externally examined. Mandatory content (72%). External assessment (42%). Health and social care is a suitable course for any future career with vulnerable people, whatever their age, ability or condition. It is valuable for those wishing to go to university, into apprenticeships, or employment. Students have entered nursing, teaching, medical support roles, community and youth work, social work and all types of care from gaining this qualification.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £23,196 - £31,005 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £9,690 - £15,288 |
| Address | Drax, Selby, YO8 8NL |
This course is equivalent in size to three A-levels and is an introduction to the health and social care sector through applied learning. Over the two year course you will study a diverse range of topics including: human development, care and support, public health, psychology, sociology, research techniques and analysis, anatomy, physiology and biological disorders. You will also undertake work experience, planning and logging your own progress in this area.
It is recommended that students need at least 5 GCSEs at grade 5, including Maths and English
13 units are studied of which 8 are mandatory coursework units and 5 are externally examined. Mandatory content (72%). External assessment (42%). Health and social care is a suitable course for any future career with vulnerable people, whatever their age, ability or condition. It is valuable for those wishing to go to university, into apprenticeships, or employment. Students have entered nursing, teaching, medical support roles, community and youth work, social work and all types of care from gaining this qualification.