Health Studies
All Saints' Catholic High School - Sheffield
01142724851
Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RJ
Course summary

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.

Entry requirements

5 GSCE Grade 4-9 including English Language and Mathematics and 4 / Merit in Health and Social Care if taken

How you'll be assessed

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.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthoritySheffield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressGranville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RJ