This course introduces knowledge needed by practitioners in the Health, Early Years Education and Social Care sectors. Students explore settings and services, analyse how these meet the needs of client groups, and analyse how legislation protects the rights of vulnerable groups. Students also discuss current social problems and learn how historic cases have helped inform modern provision. Course Content: Year 12 • Unit 1 Human lifespan and development (Exam) • Unit 4 Health, policy and wellbeing (Coursework) Year 13 • Unit 2 Human biology and health (Exam) • Unit 3 Principles of Health (Coursework)
Minimum of GCSE 4 in English, + 4 recommended in Science, + 4 in Health & Social Care (if studied at GCSE)
2 internally assessed units and 2 external exams over 2 years. Exams and coursework in January and May. Each unit is graded at a Pass, Merit or Distinction. Points from each unit are combined for the overall grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Audley End Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 4UH |
This course introduces knowledge needed by practitioners in the Health, Early Years Education and Social Care sectors. Students explore settings and services, analyse how these meet the needs of client groups, and analyse how legislation protects the rights of vulnerable groups. Students also discuss current social problems and learn how historic cases have helped inform modern provision. Course Content: Year 12 • Unit 1 Human lifespan and development (Exam) • Unit 4 Health, policy and wellbeing (Coursework) Year 13 • Unit 2 Human biology and health (Exam) • Unit 3 Principles of Health (Coursework)
Minimum of GCSE 4 in English, + 4 recommended in Science, + 4 in Health & Social Care (if studied at GCSE)
2 internally assessed units and 2 external exams over 2 years. Exams and coursework in January and May. Each unit is graded at a Pass, Merit or Distinction. Points from each unit are combined for the overall grade.