GCE/A Level in Health and Social Care

A really enjoyable course . This is an ideal qualification for those students who want a broad background in Health, Education and Social Services.

No prior knowledge of Health & Social Care is necessary for you to achieve success.

What the current H&SC students have to say:

‘This course is well planned and easy going.’

‘I really enjoyed my work experience, it was something different.’

‘ I can organise my coursework and I don’t feel under as much pressure as I would if it was all exam work.’

This course provides you with great preparation for higher education. If you like working with people this course could contribute towards meeting the entry requirements for a variety of careers such as working in the police, teaching, nursing or physiotherapy.

You will be given the opportunity to get involved in activities to develop your practical skills and knowledge in Health & Social Care.

You can study for a one year AS level or do the full two years for the A2.

You will be timetabled for 3 periods per week and will cover 3 units in the first year (AS) and 3 more units during the second year (A2).

Two units in each year are coursework based and the third unit is an externally assessed exam.

As an advanced level student you take more responsibility for your own learning, for planning your work, for doing your own investigations and for keeping proper records of what you have done.

During the course your investigations may involve:

• Research through the internet, libraries and resource centres.
• Visits to work places and interviews with the people who work there.
• Meetings with local employers and care workers visiting the school.
• Studies of people, places and organisations that relate to the health and social care area.
• Work experience with a local health, early years or care organisation.