This course is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. The BTEC National is a flexible, up to date vocational course. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education. 1 Human Lifespan Development 2 Working in Health and Social Care 3 Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs 4 Physiological Disorders and their Care 5 Principles of Safe Practice 6 Psychological Perspectives BTECs embody a learner centred approach to the curriculum with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education.
5 GSCE Grade 4-9 including English Language and Mathematics and 4 / Merit in Health and Social Care if taken
Units 1 and 2 are externally assessed tasks. Units 3 and 4 are coursework units which are assessed by teachers at school. Students acquire knowledge, understanding and skills that will be recognised and valued. Many students who choose this course go on to study for degrees in nursing, midwifery, social work, occupational therapy, paramedic practice or other health and social care related subjects.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RJ |
This course is equivalent to 1.5 A Levels. The BTEC National is a flexible, up to date vocational course. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education. 1 Human Lifespan Development 2 Working in Health and Social Care 3 Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs 4 Physiological Disorders and their Care 5 Principles of Safe Practice 6 Psychological Perspectives BTECs embody a learner centred approach to the curriculum with a focus on the holistic development of practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education.
5 GSCE Grade 4-9 including English Language and Mathematics and 4 / Merit in Health and Social Care if taken
Units 1 and 2 are externally assessed tasks. Units 3 and 4 are coursework units which are assessed by teachers at school. Students acquire knowledge, understanding and skills that will be recognised and valued. Many students who choose this course go on to study for degrees in nursing, midwifery, social work, occupational therapy, paramedic practice or other health and social care related subjects.