Health and Social Care

OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate). 

Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in Health and Social Care as part of a study programme alongside A Levels. This course will take two years to complete.

Subject content

You will study four mandatory units:

• Principles of Health and Social Care
• Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
• Person-Centred Approach to Care
• Supporting People with Mental Health Conditions

You will also study two optional units from the following:

• Supporting People with Long Term Physiological Conditions
• Investigating Public Health
• Supporting People in Relation to Sexual Health, Pregnancy and Postnatal Health
• Supporting Health Nutrition and Lifestyles

Specific Entry Requirements

Average GCSE point score of 5 or above including GCSE Grade 5 in English Language.

Equipment

You will need access to a computer to complete work outside of lessons.

Learning Methods

You will learn through a variety of methods including lectures, group activities, independent research and discussion.

Assessment

A combination of two externally assessed exam units and four internally assessed coursework assignments.

Progression Opportunities

This course has a wide range of progression opportunities, which can lead to Higher Education courses such as:

• BSc Nursing (Adult/Child/Learning disabilities/Mental health)
• BSc Midwifery
• BSc Health and social care
• BSc Healthcare and Health Science
• BSc Health Sciences
• BSc Paramedic Science
• BSc Public Health and Wellbeing
• BA Social Work