Course Summary
Are you interested in a career where you can make a positive difference to people’s lives? This course will introduce you to a range of topics within the health and social care sector through classroom-based learning.
You’ll develop your knowledge through lessons, group work, research projects, discussions and individual assignments. Real-world scenarios are embedded throughout the course, helping you explore current trends and changes within the sector and understand how they impact individuals and communities.
If you are approachable, trustworthy and enthusiastic, and want to explore a field that offers a wide range of progression opportunities, this course could be for you.
Key Topics
Throughout the course, you will explore a variety of topics through:
- Classroom-based learning
- Discussions and group work
- Research projects
- Individual assignments
- Real-world scenarios
- Current trends and changes within the health and social care sector
Assessment
Assessment is through a combination of written examinations and coursework.
Enrichment Opportunities
Students can benefit from a range of enrichment opportunities, including:
- First Aid and AED training
- Visits from professionals working in Health, Social Work and Medical-related fields
- University subject and taster days with the Universities of Portsmouth, Southampton, Chichester and Winchester
Progression
Preparation for health and social care related employment, apprenticeships or HE/degree programmes.
Potential university courses: Nursing (Adult, Child or Mental Health), Paramedic Science, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practitioner, Midwifery, Primary Education.
Potential career paths: Health and social care related employment, apprenticeships, careers in the care sector, support worker, early years and NHS administrative roles
Entry Requirements
A standard of literacy, numeracy and general education equivalent to five GCSEs grade 4+ including 4 in English language and/or literature and Maths.