TPS Health and Social Care BTEC

Course Overview

This is a vocationally-related qualification which develops themes required for work or further study in the rewarding Health and Social Care sector.

Course Content

You will study for two years, taking the National Extended Certificate which is equivalent to one A Level.

There are three mandatory units:

• Working in Health and Social Care

• Human Lifespan and Development

• Meeting Individual Care & Support Needs.

Plus one optional unit which could include:

• Sociological Perspectives

• Psychological Perspectives

• Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs

• Physiological Disorders and their Care

Assessment is varied; two of the core units are externally assessed with examination. Other forms of assessment include presentations, role plays, written assessments and reflective diary entries.

The course is excellent for university level study or working life in an occupation within the health or social care sectors.

Course Entry Requirements

Standard entry requirements apply

Course Specification

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health & Social Care

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/BTEC-Nationals/Health-and-Social-Care/2016/specification-and-sample-assessments/9781446937976_BTEC_Nat_Cert_HSC_AG_Spec_Iss3C.pdf

Homework

At A Level, students are expected to complete a minimum of  5 hours of study a week on top of their allocated lesson time.