Health & Social Care

Our Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care will develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will prepare students for progression to employment and/or undergraduate study in mental health, nursing, midwifery & various care roles. It covers equality, diversity and rights, health and safety, anatomy and physiology, person-centred approaches, mental health, long-term physiological conditions, public health strategies, sexual health and nutrition and lifestyles.

Course Name:

OCR Level 3 AAQ Cambridge Advanced National in Health & Social Care (Certificate - 1 year course) (Extended Certificate - 2 year course)

Or

Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) (BTEC)

(We are awaiting the outcome of the government’s review into this curriculum change, and will offer the qualification that is approved. The results are expected in December)

Alternative Academic Qualification

Specification code: H125

Qualification number: 610/3986/X

Students must complete six units:

• Two externally (exam) assessed units
• Four Non-Examination Assessment (NEA) units - (controlled assessment)

Exam Board: 

OCR

A range of topics including:

• Principles of health and social care (exam) 
• Anatomy and physiology for health and social care (exam) 
• Person-centred approach to care (controlled assessment) 
• Supporting people with mental health conditions (controlled assessment)

Career Pathways:

Health and social care qualifications can lead to a variety of careers in diverse settings. Here are some common career paths:

• Nursing (e.g., Registered Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse)
• Social Work (e.g., Social Worker, Child Protection Officer, Family Support Worker)
• Care Work (e.g., Care Assistant, Residential Care Worker, Home Health Aide)
• Therapies (e.g., Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist)
• Healthcare Administration (e.g., Healthcare Manager, Medical Office Administrator, Health Service Manager)
• Public Health (e.g., Public Health Officer, Health Promotion Specialist, Epidemiologist)
• Mental Health Services (e.g., Mental Health Support Worker, Counsellor, Psychiatric Technician)
• Community Support (e.g., Community Outreach Worker, Youth Worker, Community Health Worker)
• Health Education (e.g., Health Educator, Wellness Coach, Nutritionist)
• Specialist Roles (e.g., Midwife, Paramedic, Radiographer)

These roles can be found in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, community centres, schools, and private homes.

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