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DURATION
DURATION
COURSEWORK
COURSEWORK
Practical and written coursework assessments for each unit
Folio of evidence for the Health Sector investigation
EXAM
EXAM
None
COST
COST
None
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
This National Progression Award (NPA) provides an overview of the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) sector with a focus on human health.
It develops knowledge and understanding of chemistry, physics and human health. It will also develop science practical skills.
The NPA provides bite-sized chunks of learning that are straightforward for learners to study.
The units in this NPA are
Physics: Waves and Radiation
Nature’s Chemistry
Biology Human Health
Science Practical Skills
Health Sector: Life Sciences Industry Investigation and work-based links
Why do this course?
Why do this course?
The NPA in Science and Health at SCQF level 4 has been designed to provide a qualification which will equip you with a range of skills and knowledge in key areas of science. These skills will be beneficial for progression to further qualifications and would also be considered as transferable skills that will travel with you wherever your future lies.
The NPA in Science and Health at SCQF level 4 will provide you with knowledge and understanding of health science and technology, aspects of chemistry and physics of particular relevance to health science as well as practical laboratory skills in each area.
What will you experience?
What will you experience?
You will use a variety of scientific techniques incorporating a range of equipment which will aid and enhance your learning experience and development. In addition, you will develop effective preparation skills and an awareness of health and safety required to carry out safe scientific work.
Key Facts
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before selecting this course
Assessment
Assessment
The NPA in Science and Health at SCQF level 4 will be assessed via a combination of practical and knowledge assessments under closed- and open-book assessment conditions.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entry is at the discretion of the Principal Teacher Faculty, Science. However, as a guide:
BGE Science/Chemistry/Physics/Biology
National 4 Chemistry/Biology/ Physcis
Homework
Homework
Homework will be set by the class teacher on a regular basis, this will be available on TEAMs.
Progression and Employment
Progression and Employment
Everything you need to know about future pathways from this course
The content of the group award has been designed to provide you with an opportunity for:
progression within the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
achievement of a national group award that recognises existing skills and competences in science
development opportunities in core and essential skills, specifically to: — Communication — ICT — Numeracy — Working with Others — Problem Solving — Employability skills
preparation for progression to SCQF level 5 qualifications in science or a related discipline
Progression
Progression
NPA Applied Sciences SCQF Level 5
National 4 Chemistry/Physics/Biology
Employment
Employment
This qualification will be useful in a variety of health based areas eg nursing, sports science and beauty therapy.
This qualification will be useful in a variety of health based areas eg nursing, sports science and beauty therapy.
This group award will also help prepare you for employment by providing transferable skills.
This group award will also help prepare you for employment by providing transferable skills.
Learner Experiences
Learner Experiences
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