HEALTH & EDUCATION
These courses will open doors into a number of careers including nursing,
midwifery, social work, paramedical services, physio, teaching and other
work with children. Our added extras include residentials and applied
learning experiences both in college and with local organisations.
CAMBRIDGE
TECHNICALS LEVEL 3
HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE
C EC FD D ED
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO TAKE THIS COURSE
• GCSE grade 4 or above in a Science
• sound understanding of human physiology is strongly
recommended
• depending on your plans you will be advised that some
subjects will be essential to ensure progression in your chosen
career/degree
PROGRESSION
REASONS TO STUDY THIS COURSE
3 This course has been designed to provide knowledge and
understanding of this vocational area.
3 Ideal qualification for those who want a broad background in
health and social care
3 In order to provide maximum flexibility you can study this
subject as a Certificate (one block), Extended Certificate (two
blocks) or a Foundation Diploma (three blocks).
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Nutrition, anatomy and physiology, equality, mental health,
positive relationships in care and infection control.
HOW YOU WILL BE ASSESSED
Coursework and exams.
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Many of our students choose Health and Social Care because
they have a clear idea of their future profession eg. nursing,
midwifery, social work, paramedical services, counsellor, physio
and occupational therapy etc. However, many are unsure when
they start their studies with us and wish to gain vital knowledge
and experience.
PRIESTLEY EXTRA
Enrichment activities include support in preparing Health and
Social Care university applications and interviews. A variety of
trips and visits including Disneyland Paris and a number of
universities. Applied learning experiences within college and in
local care organisations to develop your knowledge,
understanding, skills and experience. Opportunity of work
experience, which plays a vital role in embedding knowledge as
well as supporting future university/job applications.