Curriculum
The health and social care sector employs vast numbers of people across the country within a varied range of job roles with the workforce totalling around 3 million people. Many careers involve meeting the needs of people and, with this in mind, this course in Health and Social Care offers a wide range of units.
As a student of Health and Social Care level 2, you will develop your intellectual, interpersonal, self monitoring and critical thinking capabilities through a varied and personalised curriculum. The transferable skills that universities value and ones you will develop over the year will be:
- The ability to learn independently
- The ability to research actively and methodically
- Being able to give presentations and being an active group member
- Collaborate within the local community during work experience placements
This one year course is for learners who are interested in learning about the health and social care sector as part of a balanced study programme in order to progress onto a level 3 course.
Progression
This qualification is an ideal foundation for students wanting to progress onto a level 3 course.
Entry Requirements
Students should achieve 4 GCSEs Grade 2 or above with minimum Grade 1 in both English and Maths. The qualification supports progression from GCSE subjects and will equip you fully for progression onto a level 3 course.
Assessment
The Exam Board is OCR/RSA
2×45 minute multiple choice exam
4 x coursework units
Opportunities for work related activities
Visiting professionals, guest speakers and work experience placements.
