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GCSE Health, Social Care & ChildCare Overview.pdfCourse Overview
This engaging and relevant qualification provides learners with a strong foundation in understanding health, wellbeing and human development across the life stages.
Learners explore topics such as physical health, mental health, relationships, behaviour and the role of care services in supporting individuals and communities.
The course combines examination with investigation tasks, helping students develop critical thinking, empathy and communication skills to name a few.
The subject is an engaging qualification that builds real understanding of the health and care sector, opening the door to further study and a wide range of careers.
It’s the perfect GCSE for anyone interested in people, wellbeing and making a positive difference.
Course Structure
Unit 1 - Exam
One written examination in May of year 10; 1 hour 30 mins
Worth 40% of GCSE qualification
Question types include multiple choice, data response, short and extended answers.
Theory topics:
Principles affecting growth and development
Key legislations
The promotion and maintenance of health and wellbeing
Unit 2 -NEA Adult Care
Non examined assessment 12 hours in length
Worth 30% of GCSE qualification
An assessment based on a choice of two case studies on adult health and social care.
Topics:
Individuals needs
Illnesses and conditions in adulthood
Professionals working in health and social care sector
Health campaigns and screening programmes
Unit 3 -NEA Childcare
Non examined assessment 12 hours in length
Worth 30% of GCSE qualification
An assessment based on a case study on childcare.
Topics:
Life stages, expected milestones and PILES
Play
Conditions and illnesses in children
Types of care and interventions to meet children’s needs
Employment Opportunities
Nursery Assistant
GP
Social Worker
Midwife
Health Visitor
Teacher
Youth Worker
Childminder
Mental Health Support Worker
Pharmacist
Care Worker
Physiotherapy
Paramedic
Dietician
And many more!
For further information contact: louise.hurlow@yht.wales
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