Health and Social Care is an ideal choice if you are thinking of a career in the NHS, teaching or in the social care field.
The course gives you a sound understanding of the relevant topics that can be applied to all careers in this industry.
This course will be studied alongside A Levels as part of a mixed programme.
Course Content
What Modules will you Study?
You will study a broad range of topics including:
Equality and rights,
Communication,
Human development,
Health and safety,
Health promotion,
Caring for children, older people and people with additional needs,
Working in the health and social care sector,
Health problems and nutrition
How long is the course?
2 years
Where will I learn?
The Sixth Form - Rating Lane Campus
How much will this course cost?
Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk
Entry Requirements
What are the entry requirements?
To study health and social care at this level you need four GCSEs at grade 4 or better or a relevant vocational Level 2 qualification at Merit grade or above.
Progression
What opportunities will this lead to?
Students typically progress to apprenticeships, university ot our Children and Young People's Workforce Foundation Degree at Channelside campus.