Students who choose to undertake Health and Social Care at Level 3 will study the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate. This is equivalent to 1 A level and highly regarded in both universities and workplaces. This qualification enables students to develop a knowledge base for working with people in every stage of their lives. This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of patterns of human growth and development, how individual needs are met and the physiological needs of individuals at every stage of their lives. Health and Social Care students have a wealth of career opportunities available to them including Social work, health workers, carers, GP surgery managers, care assistants and much more.
A minimum of 5 grade 4s or equivalent at GCSE. Those opting for BTECs need to secure a grade 4 in their selected BTEC subjects.
The course is assessed through two external assessments and two internally assessed coursework units. Each coursework unit will provide students with case studies that look at real scenarios within different health and social care settings and people with differing needs. In addition, students will develop transferable skills including teamwork, research skills, problem-solving, presentation skills and confidence. Lessons are planned with a range of teaching and learning methods aimed at engaging, inspiring and motivating students to learn and think independently.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Cambridgeshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Corporation Road, Wisbech, PE13 2SE |
Students who choose to undertake Health and Social Care at Level 3 will study the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate. This is equivalent to 1 A level and highly regarded in both universities and workplaces. This qualification enables students to develop a knowledge base for working with people in every stage of their lives. This course will develop your knowledge and understanding of patterns of human growth and development, how individual needs are met and the physiological needs of individuals at every stage of their lives. Health and Social Care students have a wealth of career opportunities available to them including Social work, health workers, carers, GP surgery managers, care assistants and much more.
A minimum of 5 grade 4s or equivalent at GCSE. Those opting for BTECs need to secure a grade 4 in their selected BTEC subjects.
The course is assessed through two external assessments and two internally assessed coursework units. Each coursework unit will provide students with case studies that look at real scenarios within different health and social care settings and people with differing needs. In addition, students will develop transferable skills including teamwork, research skills, problem-solving, presentation skills and confidence. Lessons are planned with a range of teaching and learning methods aimed at engaging, inspiring and motivating students to learn and think independently.