Health and Social Care is designed to encourage and inspire students into developing a career in the health sector, by gaining a broad understanding of issues faced in the health, early years, education and social care sectors. This course is equivalent to a full A Level.

Course content:

Year 12

The first topic is Human Lifespan Development, which is an examined unit. Students will study development across the human lifespan, and the factors affecting development and the effects of ageing. The coursework unit is Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs. Students will focus on the principles and practicalities that underpin meeting individuals’ care and support needs, which are the foundation of all the care disciplines and apply these to various case studies.

Year 13

The examination in year 13 is linked to Working in Health and Social Care. Students will explore what it is like to work in the health and social care sector. The coursework unit looks at various physiological disorders. Students will complete a detailed analysis of two different physiological disorders and then complete a care plan for a case study of their choice.

Assessment criteria:

Health and Social Care is assessed by two 2-hour examinations and 2 pieces of coursework. There are opportunities to take the examinations in January and May.