Health & Social Care

We have a vision for a Remarkable curriculum in Health and Social Care where you will develop an appreciation of Health and Social Care; broadening your knowledge and understanding of communication and values in a care setting, as well as different body systems and their function.

Developing Moral Capital

Our moral capital in Health and Social Care enables students the opportunity to reflect on their morals and values as they develop their knowledge around the values of care and how to communicate and work with individuals in a care setting. Individuals discuss sensitive issues surrounding legislation and sexual reproduction which lends itself to students being open and honest about their thoughts, emotions and experiences of these specific topics. These discussions are treated sensitively and respectfully and these are used as opportunities to develop individuals listening, communication and empathy skills. This subject also enables students to learn about specific legislation in relation to the health setting, as well as the age of consent and safeguarding which develop the morals for each individual student.

Developing Social Capital

In Health and Social Care  we aim to build resilience of our students and make them experts in reflecting on their own and others behaviour to help them understand their world and people within it. Students are encouraged to discuss their opinions openly and honestly with other students, as well as their teacher, to develop their communication skills and their confidence in expressing their own opinion and listening to others. This course allows students to enhance their communications skills via learning what verbal and non-verbal communication skills and how they’re used within the care setting, but students can also apply these skills independently. 

Developing Cultural Capital

Health and Social Care aims to help understand and develop an awareness of culture and the impact of culture on care settings, communication and legislation surrounding sexual reproduction. Students can broaden their knowledge of strategies of communication and the issues surrounding communication in the healthcare setting, including how non-verbal communication strategies can be used with individuals that require it. The subject enhances students' awareness of reproduction and specific issues around this topic including how the age of consent can differ between cultures and issues surrounding reproduction in different cultures. Naturally this subject lends itself to developing their awareness of their own culture and the impact this can have on their behaviour, but this occurs within a classroom environment where students can identify the different cultures within the classroom and reflect on how they differ from individuals, as well as understanding different cultural perspectives. 

Developing Knowledge Capital

Our curriculum enables students to develop a variety of skills which are vital for them to succeed within the subject, as well as in their future. These skills are centred around written and verbal communication whilst developing their knowledge and understanding of bodily systems and disorders, as well as the stages of development and surrounding sexual reproduction. Learners enhance their critical thinking skills through surrounding bodily systems, the functions of different bodily areas, as well as how to apply this knowledge using a variety of assessment methods; both coursework and examinations. They build a substantial subject-specific vocabulary in which they can use key-terms and will be encouraged to communicate their ideas in an efficient and formal manner which can adequately prepare them for their future.

Developing Community Capital

Students are encouraged to discuss and debate their beliefs and opinions within the classroom to enable them to develop a sense of self, but also develop a space that they’re confident to express their views within their own community. Students can explore their own experiences of communication skills, as well as discuss values of a care setting and care settings within the community. This enables them to communicate appropriately with their peers, teachers, as well as help build their confidence to communicate with other members of the community. Students also make use of technology and learn basic procedures of first aid to enable them to practise their skills which will enable them to be successful in the future, as well as be a moral member of the community.

Curriculum Roadmaps

Key Stage 4

Students will be studying towards a Level 2 Technical Award in Health and Social Care (equivalent to a GCSE award) for 2.5 hours per week. This course is divided into three units covered over two years. Unit 3 is a 40% written exam that will be covered in Year 10. Units 1 and 2 are both 30% each and are internal assessments that will be covered in Year 11. The topics covered within this qualification are; 

Students must be able to think independently, enjoy group discussions and be able to problem solve. 

Key Stage 5

Year 12 introduces students to building positive relationships in Health and Social Care; this is an internal assessment, which is vital for all care professionals. Followed by equality, diversity and rights in health and social care, and lastly health, safety and security in health and social care - both are assessed via written examination. 

Year 13 then allows students to explore the world of health professionals and supporting client groups by studying anatomy and physiology for health and social care, assessed through written examination. Promoting public health and the last unit focuses upon mental health, both these units are internally assessed. Students will gain a Pass, Merit or a Distinction in this Technical Award.

Students are assessed through a combination of three written exams and three portfolios.