Health and Social Care A Level

Level 3 A Levels and BTEC: A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including at least a pass in the subject you have applied for, if taken.

Level 2 BTEC: A minimum of 2 GCSE passes, at grade 4.

If you are thinking of a career that involves caring for others, then this is the course for you.

This specification introduces you to key concepts and a body of knowledge that will provide you with an invaluable and thoughtful perspective on contemporary issues in Health and Social Care. It equips you with the skills needed for Higher Education and the world of work.

You will study:

The Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level and students will complete 360 credits throughout the course, some of which are assessed by coursework, and some by examination.

FO90: Principles of Health and Social Care

FO91: Anatomy and physiology for Health and Social Care

FO92: Person-centred approach to care

FO93: Supporting people with mental health conditions

FO96: Supporting people in relation to sexual health, pregnancy and postnatal health

FO97: Supporting healthy nutrition and lifestyles

This Health and Social Care Course is ideal for anyone planning to pursue a career in a health care profession. Examples include:

• childcare

• nursing

• midwifery

• social work

• teaching

• paramedics

• health visiting

• counselling

You will be studying this as a one-year full-time course with 10 hours of teaching time per week alongside 1 day per week of Work Experience, as well as dedicated Private Study time. This enables you to gain useful experience in the working environment whilst earing a nationally recognised qualification.

Level 3 A Levels and BTEC: A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including at least a pass in Health and Social Care, if taken..

Level 2 BTEC: A minimum of 3 GCSE passes, averaging grade 4.

For more information please contact Ms Vellacott