Health and Social Care, BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate

This vocational course provides a taster for those interested in a career working with children and people, and is extremely suited to students who wish to pursue a career in the health care sector. You will learn all about expected developmental across the different life stages from birth to old age. You will develop a good understanding of how to care for people at different life stages in a range of different settings. You will also study and apply current and relevant thinking behind development.

You will study the following units: Human Life-span Development; Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs; Working in Health and Social Care; Psychological Perspectives. In addition, you will need to carry out some work experience in a Health and Social Care setting throughout your time in P16.

In Year 12, one unit is assessed externally and one unit Is assessed internally. Students complete a written examination in Year 12. In Year 13 both units are assignment based and assessed internally

5 GCSEs 9-4 (must include a 4 in English and Maths)

It is a highly respected route for those who wish to move into employment in the sector, either directly or following further study.