24901
HEA3V-090-Y1
PATHWAY
Health
Course Details
Whilst on the Health and Social Care Level 3 course, you will develop your numeracy, literacy, vocational and academic skills. Pathway specific Talent Lab options will offer options ranging from first aid courses to talks from professionals in this sector. 100 hours of work experience is a compulsory part of this course and will improve your personal statement for University.
How is this course assessed?
This course will be assessed through a variety of assessment methods including: essays, reports, live assessment, individual and group presentations. You will also sit 2 external exams per year in the BTEC programme.
Which other courses does this combine well with?
Maths or English GCSE.
What is the Qualification?
Qualification- Extended Diploma
Level- 3 (equivalent to three A Levels)
What are the entry requirements?
4 GCSE grades 9 – 4 including English or Maths at grade 4 or above or Merit from full time vocational course at Level 2.
What are the modules and units?
Research methods, Physiological disorders, Applied Psychology, Dealing with challenging behaviour, Caring for children and young people, Personal and professional development
What about careers?
Future careers include: Social Work, Midwifery, Nursing and many more.