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Health & Social Care Level 3

Course Overview

This Health and Social Care Qualification (AAQ) is designed to provide students with an overview of the knowledge, skills, and understanding necessary to work in health and social care in today’s demanding environment.

You will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to progress onto university or pursue an apprenticeship or employment in a variety of health and social care settings. You will study modules covering topics such as the principles of health and social care, supporting people with mental health conditions as well as anatomy and physiology, whilst building transferable skills such as independent research and interpersonal skills.

Course Components

Year 1 Components

  • Equality, diversity, and rights 
  • Health safety and security 
  • Building positive relationships 

Year 2 Components

  • Anatomy and physiology for health and social care
  • Sexual health, reproduction, and early development 
  • Public health 

Key Info

Minimum Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including:

  • GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Literature 
  • And GCSE grade 4 in Science (or Biology if triple science was taken) 

Assessment

  • 45% Exam
  • 55% Coursework
  • Exam Board: OCR

 

Subject Lead

Ms J Huggins


Why Choose this course?

The NHS is the largest employer in the UK with over 1.3 million staff in England alone. Studying Health and Social Care, will give you the opportunity to gain a clear insight into possible future careers in this sector. This course will introduce you to careers where you will positively impact individuals' lives and contribute significantly to the well-being of both individuals and communities.


Skills You Gain

You will be encouraged to be an independent learner with research tasks and group work being regularly set. You will undertake written assessments designed to test your critical thinking skills and encouraging you to analyse situations and cultivate a mindset that is open and non-judgmental. You will develop skills such as communication, research, planning and organisation.


After Northgate 

This course will provide you with valuable insights into the broader context of care and support services, exploring how care is delivered across a variety of settings. It will help you develop a strong understanding of the sector, empowering you to make well-informed decisions about your future career path. The course is recognised by universities and carries UCAS points. Studied alongside other A Levels or Level 3 qualifications, it equips learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to progress to a wide range of higher education courses. For example, this qualification can lead to progression to the following degrees; Paramedic Science, Nursing (Adult, Paediatric or Mental health) Social work, Speech and Language Therapy, Midwifery or Occupational Therapy.

 

Contact Us

Northgate Sixth Form,
Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, IP4 3DL

Tel: 01473 210 123