Why Study Health and Social Care?
This course will provide you with transferable knowledge and skills that prepare you for progression to university. The transferable skills that universities value include: the ability to learn independently, the ability to research actively and methodically, to be able to give presentations and be active group members. This course will enable
you to benefit from opportunities for deep learning where you are able to make connections among units and select areas of interest for detailed study.
Topics that you will study include Anatomy and Physiology, Equality, Diversity and Rights, Research Methods, Sexual Health, Reproduction and Early Development Stages, Safeguarding, Promoting Health and Wellbeing.
You will consider the real impacts to people living with conditions or illnesses such as the social, financial and psychological impacts, not just the signs, symptoms and treatment of faceless conditions or illnesses. You will also learn about the legislation and guidance supporting health and social care, so that you can ensure the people
you are working with are not only able to access all the care and support they are entitled to, but are also able to protect themselves from any harm or abuse.
Why Study Health and Social Care at Worcester Sixth Form College?
There are variety of ways of studying Health and Social Care at College and you can choose which course is best for you. You can study Health and Social Care Level 3 with A Levels or complete the larger qualification and this will be all you study alongside completing week long placements in Health and Social Care sectors across the course.
Learners will develop a better understanding of the demands of this sector to demonstrate their commitment and interest when applying for further study. Learners are required to undertake work experience as part of the course. This will provide you with a vocational context in which you can develop the knowledge and skills required for your chosen career path.
Students are encouraged to take up volunteering in the Health and Social Care Sector to complement their formal studies. Trips to local health and social are settings, completing the Aspiring Nursing and Midwifery Programme and signing up to complete the Nursing Enrichment programme at College. We have many visiting speakers from all sectors including a Sexual Health Nurse, Social Worker, Health
Watch, SEN, Safeguarding, Team Manager for LD Provide Day Services, Provider Services Manager to name but a few!
Laura Palmer
Progression Opportunities
This qualification is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements for many relevant courses, e.g. Nursing, Social Work, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy etc.
Many of our students follow the Health route of the subject and a high proportion of our students gain entry onto Nursing (Adult and Paediatric) and Paramedic Science courses at University. Students that follow other avenues include Social Work and Teaching.
Entry Requirements
| Essential Qualifications | Other Desirable Qualifications / Combinations | Skills & Attributes Required for Success | Guidance on Costs or Commitments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Please see ‘General Course Entry Requirements’ | GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 or above, otherwise will be added to your programme of study. | Basic IT Skills, ability to communicate with different people whilst on placement and with your peers and staff in College. Good organisational skills and must meet strict coursework deadlines. Use of initiative to work independently and as a team. | DBS £47.80 Placement Insurance Check £20 Polo Shirts £10 Trips - variable |
Qualification Levels & Enrolment Options
| Qualification Name | A Level Equivalence | Duration | Awarding Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extended Certificate | 1 A Level (1 Block) | 1 year | OCR Cambridge Technicals |
| Foundation Diploma | 1½ A Levels (3 Blocks | 1 year | OCR Cambridge Technicals |
| Extended Diploma | 3 A Levels (3 Blocks) | 1 year (studied after successful completion of Foundation Diploma) | OCR Cambridge Technicals |
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