Course Description: The Health and Social Care course aims to provide an introduction to the workings of the care sector and covers a broad and balanced range of topics within the study programme. Pupils will cover physical, intellectual, emotional and social development across the human lifespan, and the factors affecting development and the effects of ageing; the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care needs; the roles and responsibilities of workers and organisations and explore the role of health and social care services in providing care and support to individuals with additional needs Extra-Curricular Opportunities: In the spring term of Year 13 pupils participate in a 10 day work experience placement. This is a great opportunity for students to get an insight into the care sector as well as being able to apply their subject knowledge in the workplace Additional Support: We rigorously track pupil progress using the school online data sheets and pupils receive regular exam practice throughout the year as well as additional projects and reading to improve their knowledge and understanding of the course. Pupils also receive regular folder checks to make sure their classwork is completed in detail and remains well organised for revision. Progression Routes: The Health And Social Care course provides plenty of transferable knowledge and skills such as, the ability to learn independently and the ability to research methodically. Students can either progress onto a degree course to access careers in nursing, midwifery or teaching or move straight into a career in the health and social care sector with some further training: child minder, care home manager and care assistant. Curriculum Leader: MS. JUMPP-GRAHAM: cgraham@barnhill.school