Vocational Health and Social Care
Overview
“There is no greater joy nor reward than to make a fundamental difference in someone's life”
-Mary Rose McGeady
Studying Health and Social Care is an opportunity to make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people and communities in society. The health and social care sector is one which allows people to care for others and provide quality of life to vulnerable people. When studying this course you will learn the skills and knowledge required to work in this industry and provide the best possible care for people under your supervision.
Key Information
Qualification: Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
Exam Board: OCR
Entry Requirements
5 or more GCSE (or equivalent) qualifications at Grade 4 or above incl. Maths and English
Useful Links
Unit 1: Building positive relationships in health and social care
Internally assessed
60 guided learning hours
Unit 2: Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care
Externally assessed
60 guided learning hours
Unit 3: Health, safety and security in health and social care
Externally assessed
60 guided learning hours
Unit 4: Anatomy and physiology for health and social care
Externally assessed
90 guided learning hours
Unit 14: The impact of long term physiological conditions
Internally assessed
60 guided learning hours
Unit 24: Public Health
Internally assessed
30 guided learning hours
Progression
A career in Health and Social Care is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people and communities in society. The rewards for such a selfless career are incredible. Occupations that are commonly associated with Health and Social Care include:
Adult Nurse.
Care Worker.
Community Development Worker.
Counsellor.
Health Promotion Specialist.
Occupational Therapist.
Social Worker.
Youth Worker.
What goes well with Health and Social Care?
Psychology
Sociology
Sport
Biology