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AS/A Level Health & Social Care (Single / Double Award) (2012-13)

AS/A Level Health & Social Care

student taking part in Health & Social Care

This is one of a new suite of vocational AS/A levels designed to provide knowledge and understanding of Health & Social Care in a range of work-related contexts. Two thirds of the course focuses on the production of portfolios. This makes it ideal for students who enjoy the independence and flexibility of coursework-based study.

Qualifications

This course requires no previous knowledge of Health & Social Care but you will need to be well-organised and confident about working independently.

Modules

AS Modules

  • Effective Caring (AS)
  • Effective Communication (AS)
  • Health, Illness and Disease (AS)

A2 Modules

  • Working in Health & Social Care (A2)
  • Human Development: Factors and Theories (A2)
  • Understanding Mental Disorder (A2)

Study Visits / Fieldwork

It is useful to arrange relevant work experience in a Health & Social Care setting. However, this is not essential.

After the Course

The course prepares you for higher education in the same way as all AS/A levels. For many students, Health & Social Care may be the first step in a related career, such as nursing, early years' teaching or social work.