Health Studies
Course summary
Want a rewarding career in care? Our adult health and social care qualification will train you to support adults who require physical and emotional support. The course will give you practical knowledge and theory which will enable you to study and progress into caring professions. • Understanding different types of communication • Understanding concepts related to equality, diversity, knowledge and discriminating practice, how to overcome it • Understanding Health and Safety within a Health and Safety Environment, Law • Different stages of lifespan • An overview of the human body • Public Health Policies, Current Legislation • Essay writing, team work, evaluation and analysis
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Geography | Grade 4 in Geography | — |
History Alternative route | Grade 4 in History | — |
Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) Alternative route | Grade 4 in Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | — |
Health and Social Care | Grade L2P in Health and Social Care | — |
English Literature | Grade 4 in English Literature | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
Grade 4 in GCSE English or a humanities subject or Level 2 Pass in GCSE Health & Social Care
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Assessment
Exam based assessment makes up 58% of the final grade for the Health & Social Care BTEC Coursework based assessment makes up 42% of the final grade for the Health & Social Care BTEC
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