Health & Social Care
Barclay Academy - Hertfordshire
01438 748459
Walkern Road, Stevenage, SG1 3RB
Course summary

This course is a 360 GLH equivalent in size to one A Level. A broad basis of study for the Health and Social Care sector, it is made up of 4 Units, of which 3 are mandatory and 2 are external. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or a Levels. The mandatory content of the qualification incorporates topics relevant across the health and social care sector. Content: Human Lifespan Development (Exam) Human Biology and Health (Exam) Principle of Health and Social Care Practice (Coursework) Promoting Health Education (Coursework)

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and Grade 4 in English.

How you'll be assessed

The styles of assessment used for qualifications in the Health and Social Care suite are: Examinations – all learners take the same assessment at the same time, normally with a written outcome Set tasks – (coursework) learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through completion of a vocational task Mandatory content (83%) External assessment (58%).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityHertfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender Type
AddressWalkern Road, Stevenage, SG1 3RB