You’ll need to meet the entry criteria for your chosen pathway and secure a Grade 4 in GCSE Science or a Level 2 vocational qualification in Science (Merit)
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On this course, you will be introduced to the subject of Health and Social Care. It is especially useful if you are looking to move into a career working with people! In this 1 A Level equivalent course, you will explore topics including:
- Human lifespan development
- Human biology and health
- Principles of practice
- You’ll also look at a broader range of topics including health and wellbeing, health sciences and health education
An enriching experience
Studying Applied Health and Social Care at HNC is an enriching experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and interests, broadening your horizons and building your cultural capital. These experiences are integral to life at HNC and will help you to stand out from the crowd. Some of the experiences our Applied Health and Social Care students enjoy include:
- Visiting guest speakers from a range of industries. This year students enjoyed hearing from a GP, a specialist nurse and a Youth Worker
- Trips and visits to key organisations and events to bring learning to life
- Working with local organisations such as care homes to build key employability skills
- Working with local charities to benefit the community
- The opportunity to undertake valuable work experiences placements within the NHS
- Taking part in lunchtime enrichments such as Mindful Meditation, Walking for Wellness and Massage and Complimentary Therapies
Enlightening opportunities
We are proud of the unique experiences that are available to our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Our subject specialists will instil in you a love of learning, and challenge you to develop the required skills you’ll need to achieve the life-changing qualifications that will lead you to your dream career. Throughout your studies, your teachers will create an environment where you will be encouraged to discuss a wide-range of topics which will support you to develop an enlightened approach to the world around you. These discussions will be linked to your passions, study programme and your wider career ambitions.
How will you be assessed?
Assessment is via examination and coursework.
This course supports you to pursue a range of career paths, and there are many options available when pursuing a career working with people. You could choose to progress to university level studies in areas such as Social Work, Youth Work or Teaching, or you could consider moving into the world of work or a degree level apprenticeship. As one of the biggest and most diverse employers, the care sector offers you unique and almost endless career possibilities. Popular degree pathways for students who complete this course include:
- Social Work
- Early Years Teaching
- Childhood Studies
- Psychology
- Health and Social Care Studies
- Primary Teaching
- Sociology
- Psychology and Counselling
What does this course go well with or what may you like?
