Health Studies

Course summary

This qualification aims to provide an introduction to the sector and is for students interested in learning about the health and social care sector as part of a balanced study programme. It is intended as an Applied General qualification. It supports access to a range of higher education courses, possibly in health and social care. No prior study of the sector is needed. Health and Social Care leads well into a wide range of degree programmes including: Nursing, Primary Education, Sports Science, and Social Work. It also supports Students who wish to go directly into employment as the transferable knowledge, understanding, and skills will give successful students an advantage in applying for a range of entry level jobs.