Health Studies

Course summary

The aim of this vocational course is to provide learners with the skills, knowledge, and understanding to progress into Higher Education or employment. It gives them the exciting opportunity to gain a wider understanding of health and social care issues in different environments where care takes place, combining both exam-based and portfolio assessments. All students are expected to organise a work experience week which will take place in the first academic term. For the extended certificate, which is equivalent to a traditional A Level, students will study 6 Units. The 4 mandatory units are: - Building Positive Relationships in Health and Social Care. 60 hours Internal Assessment - Equality, diversity, and Rights in Health and Social Care. 60 hours External Assessment - Health, safety, and Security in Health and Social Care. 60 hours External Assessment - Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care. 90 hours External Assessment Students will also study the following 90 credit units below: - Supporting people with mental health conditions. 60 hours Internal Assessment - Public Health. 30 Internal Assessment The final Grade awarded will be Pass, Merit, or Distinction.