Why this course?

Studying health & social care will give you an understanding of human growth and development and the factors that can have an impact on this.. Health and social care will give you an insight into human nature and vulnerabilities and how individuals can be supported. If you are considering a career in nursing, midwifery or social work, this course will give you a broad understanding and is designed for progression to higher education.

Course Content

  • Mandatory units
    Human Lifespan and Development
    Human Biology and Health
    Principles of Health & Social Care Practice
  • Optional units
    Health, Social Policy and Wellbeing
    Promoting Health Education
    Safe Environments in Health and Social Care
    Health Science

Assessment

Two externally assessed units and two internally assessed units.

Student Profile

To study this course, students must:

  • Be able to apply knowledge to complex situations
  • Be able to adapt or modify their way of thinking to meet the individual circumstances and needs
  • Have a solution focused approach to challenges
  • Have the ability to think logically

Complementary Subjects

  • Biology
  • Psychology
  • Sport

What could I do next?

Degree Subjects

  • Nursing
  • Social Work
  • Midwifery
  • Paramedic Science
  • Physiotherapy

Career Opportunities

  • Adult / paediatric / mental health nursing
  • Social worker
  • Paramedic
  • Midwife
  • Physiotherapist
  • Youth worker