Did You Know?
Adult social care is one of the fastest growing segments of the economy with approximately 1.5 million employees across England.
Key Information
Qualification
Level 3 BTEC/CTEC courses
Duration
Two Year Course
Examination Board
OCR
READING LIST
"Health and Social Care has deepened my overall understanding of caring towards others. My favourite part was understanding the body anatomy and the science behind how it works and what happens if it doesn't" - Lola Fieldhouse, Leeds East Academy
Key Employability Skills | ||
| Reliability | Problem Solving | Emotional Intelligence |
Qualification
Two year CTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate - Equivalent to one A-level
Two year CTEC Level 3 Diploma - Equivalent to two A-levels
Assessment
50% exam, 50% coursework
What do I need to study this course?
You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 including GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths and two grade 4s in GCSE Science.
What will I study?
The CTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care course is an ideal foundation for entering the workplace or higher education, providing you with a theoretical background reinforced with practical skills. You will cover a variety of topics including equality, diversity and rights; anatomy and physiology; safeguarding; public health; sexual health; and early years development. Work experience opportunities are available at the end of lower sixth.
What next?
Our students progress onto a range of health and social care-related courses at higher education level including; Nursing, Midwifery and Childcare. This course also provides an ideal foundation for entering the workplace.
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