This
subject will extend student’s understanding of the key concepts when
working in the Health, Social Care and Child Care Sector. It will allow
them to apply this knowledge to a range of situations and help them to
examine the impact of factors that may affect an individual’s quality of
life. The curriculum will influence their own personal development by
developing empathy and a broader understanding of the reasons that may
explain the behaviour and choices made by individuals. They will enhance
their knowledge of a variety of job roles and how these are guided by
legislation, care values and policies to help support service users.
Students will develop their ability to research, select and reference
relevant information. They will explain key concepts and begin to
analyse these using evidence to support their key findings. Time
management and ICT skills will be developed due to the amount of
coursework tasks and the requirement to produce some information fit
for purpose or targeted at a particular audience. The overall ambition
of the curriculum is to prepare students for entry into care related
professions or courses through the acquisition of key knowledge of the
sector, such as the care values, but also to help them to adopt the
qualities required including empathy and resilience. Key skills such as
communication and reflective practice will also be developed through
practical tasks to enable students to become more competent and prepared
for the challenges of entering into this rewarding and challenging
sector.
This course is for students interested in finding out about the key principles and skills needed to work in the Health and Social Care sector. It is equivalent to one GCSE. Students will sit one examination and complete three pieces of coursework under controlled conditions. This assessment will teach students theory and concepts in preparation for carrying out practical tasks in a sector related environment or through role play scenarios. This
course is graded Distinction * to Pass.
This course is a nationally recognised work related qualification designed to provide a choice of routes into further education or employment. The skills of producing assessments in different ways and applying theory to practical situations are in great demand and highly valued by sixth form institutions, employers and colleges. At Thorpe St Andrew Sixth Form, we offer an Advanced Specialist Qualification course in Health and Social Care and Child Care as well as an A Level equivalency.
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