DEPARTMENT	COURSE NAME	COURSE LEADER	EXAM BOARD	QUALIFICATION
Social Science	Health and Social Care BTEC Level 3 Diploma	Miss Dhindsa	Edexcel	BTEC Level 3 Diploma

Introduction

This course is delivered through work-related contexts, allowing students to develop an understanding of the diverse and complex nature of work within the Health and Social Care sector.

Course Entry Requirements

We expect students to have good written ability hence a grade 5 English Language or above is required for entry onto the course.  GCSE Health and Social Care and any related work experience are preferred but not essential.  This course is active and student centred.  High levels of motivation and attendance are essential.

Course Aims

The aim of this vocational course is to understand factors affecting human growth and development.  Students will learn how to work with and support individuals throughout the life stages within Health, Social Care and Early Years Sectors.  Students will be expected to take responsibility for their own work and be willing to undertake research in a variety of settings.

Course Content

The course is broadly equivalent to 2 A levels and must be taken as a double option. 

Units Covered Year 12 Diploma Assessment Human Lifespan Development Exam Working in Health and Social Care Exam Sociological Perspectives Internally assessed coursework Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs Internally assessed coursework Year 13 Diploma Assessment Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care Controlled task set and marked by the Exam Board Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care Internally assessed coursework Promoting Public Health Internally assessed coursework Psychological Perspectives Internally assessed coursework

Assessment

This BTEC course is no longer 100% coursework.  Students will undertake two exams as part of the Diploma and will produce work for a controlled task that is set and marked by the exam board.  62% of the Diploma will be coursework based that is assessed internally. 

Coursework will be assessed through a range of activities including written and practical tasks. 

Progression and Careers

This course gives students a wide choice of progression options into higher study (University or College), training, or relevant employment in the health and social care sectors.  It also complements other A level qualifications in social and sport sciences.

Exam Board

Edexcel

Contact Name

For further information, please see Miss Dhindsa - Head of Health and Social Care.