Health Studies

Course summary

This course is equivalent to 1 A Level (it carries equivalent UCAS points). It is aimed at students interested in careers in nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy, social work and other health, social science, and early years-related degrees. This course can be studied alongside 2 other A Levels or equivalent subjects or as part of a vocational pathway and contributes a sound basis to many other subject/apprenticeship degrees. The course has both an academic and vocational context so you will study both in the classroom and experience placements where you will gain insight into vocational careers and be able to apply the theory you learn. Mandatory units: • Building positive relationships in health and social care • Equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care • Health, safety, and security in health and social care • Anatomy and physiology for health and social care Optional Units may include: • Infection Control • Sociology for Health and Social Care • Nutrition for Health • Public Health