Health & Social Care
Level 3 Cambridge Technical
With a strong vocational element, Health and Social Care is ideal for those looking for a career (or to pursue more study in further and higher education) within the health and social care sector. Practical work and work experience will enhance your learning.
With a strong vocational element, Health and Social Care is ideal for those looking for a career (or to pursue more study in further and higher education) in the health and social care sector. Practical work and work experience will enhance your learning.
Diploma (equivalent to two A Levels). In
Year 12, you will cover:
Three units assessed by internal coursework
- Building positive relationships in health and social care
- Infection control
- Nutrition
Three units assessed by external examination
- Equality, diversity & rights
- Health, safety & security
- Anatomy & physiology
In Year 13, an additional 6 topics are covered:
Four units assessed by internal coursework
- Promote positive behaviour
- Sexual health, reproduction and early stages of development
- The impact of long-term physiological conditions
- Psychology for health and social care
Two units assessed by external examination
- Personalisation and a person-centred approach to care
- Safeguarding
Careers and study progression
The fast-growing health and social care sector offers a great choice of fulfilling study, career and apprenticeship opportunities. Successful candidates have an interest in the welfare of people and issues related to health. Many students go on to become teachers, social workers, nurses, midwives, occupational therapists and carers.
Exam board
OCR
Entry criteria
No additional entry requirements.
Assessment
A mixture of examinations and internally assessed (moderated) coursework assignments.
Grades are awarded at Distinction*, Distinction, Merit or Pass, equivalent to A Level grades A* to E, and carry the same UCAS entry points.
