Health Care

This is a two-year course which has 2 examined units within year 1 and 2 examined units in year 2. The other units are internally assessed including placement. The entry requirements are a Grade 4 or higher in English Language, Maths and a Science, preferably Biology, alongside 2 other GCSE's. There is a mandatory placement in both years of the course, but please note that in year 1 it must be in an elderly care setting. Students will enhance their knowledge and understanding of working in the sector, have a greater awareness of confidentiality, working in a team and the importance of person-centred care. This course is comparable to undertaking 3 A 'levels and comes with UCAS points attached to facilitate entry to university to study a wide range of subjects including but not limited to: Adult Nursing, Childrens Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedical Science, Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Criminology, Radiology, Probationary and many others within the health and social care sector.