This qualification introduces students to the UK’s biggest employment sector, which includes elements of the NHS, local authority adult and child care services as well as a range of independent providers which provide care in a variety of settings. It introduces students to this vocational sector and the role it plays in the health, well-being and care of individuals across all age ranges. Students will also develop transferable skills, in particular communication, team working and first aid.
COURSE CONTENT
The course will be based on 4 units:
Year 10/Level 1 (mandatory units):
• Essential values of care for use with individuals in care settings (exam)
• Communicating and working with individuals in health, social care and early years settings (coursework)
Year 11/Level 2 (optional units – to be confirmed):
• Understanding body systems and disorders (coursework)
• Creative activities to support individuals in health, social care and early years settings (coursework)
ASSESSMENT
• Exam Board: OCR
• 75% Assignment based – the assignments are set by the exam board.
• 25% External exams – there will be a one-hour written exam for Unit 1.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
• 60% Controlled Assessment [Coursework]
• 40% Examination [Each exam being 1 hour]
• The coursework aspect is demanding and students need to have good organisational and self-motivation skills. A good grasp of English Language would also help. The ability to write at length and work independently is most important.