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Health and Social Care provides an opportunity to explore how health affects individuals in society. You will investigate areas including building positive relationships, equality and diversity and health and safety. The course focuses on developing the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to work in related fields such as nursing, social work, public health or midwifery.
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.
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You will study four mandatory units:
You will also study two optional units from the following:
You can view the course specifications here.
Average GCSE point score of 5 or above including GCSE Grade 5 in English Language.
You will need access to a computer to complete work outside of lessons.
You will learn through a variety of methods including lectures, group activities, independent research and discussion.
A combination of two externally assessed exam units and four internally assessed coursework assignments.
This course has a wide range of progression opportunities, which can lead to Higher Education courses such as:
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