Health and Social Care: BTEC Level 2 Certificate

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Exam board: Edexcel

WHAT IS THE COURSE ABOUT?

This course gives students the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of Health and Social Care and to develop skills in the sector. It also gives students the potential opportunity to gain employment within the Health and Social Care sector. Successful completion of the course can lead to progression on to the BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care course and/ or employment or an apprenticeship.

 

DURATION OF COURSE:

1 year.

WHAT UNITS/TOPICS WILL BE STUDIED?

• Human Lifespan Development
• Health and Social Care Values
• Effective Communication in Health and Social Care
• Healthy Living
• Social Influences on Health and Wellbeing
• The impact of Nutrition on Health and Wellbeing
• Individual Rights in Health and Social Care
• Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care

 

WHAT DO I NEED TO STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

4 3’s or above.

 

WHAT CAN I DO TO PREPARE MYSELF TO STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

• Read the BTEC First Health and Social Care course textbook
• Visit NHS Choices website on healthy living and NHS online.

 

WHERE CAN THIS LEAD ME?

• Progression to the BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care course
• Potential employment in the Health and Social Care sector
• Apprenticeships in the Health and Social Care sector

 

WHAT ARE THE ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES AS PART OF THIS SUBJECT?

Work experience placements:

  •  Team building activities
  • Leadership qualification
  • Guest speakers
  • Industry Week
  • Trips
  • Paediatric First Aid Training