Health Studies

Course summary

Units of study on this popular course include: safeguarding and protection in Health and Social Care; equality, diversity and rights; and human growth and development. You will also experience a variety of modules designed to improve your employability prospects and progression skills. Within the mandatory units you will explore codes of practice, whistleblowing, real life scenarios and case studies as well as exploring how to safeguard yourself when working in the sector. There will be the opportunity to look at the different stages of life, significant events and a persons care needs at each point. The employability modules look at mental health and wellbeing, team and independent working and a basic introduction to first aid in the setting.