Philosophy and Vision
Health and Social Care is an option course available from Y9 onwards. BTEC Tech award is specifically designed for 14-16-year-old students. This subject aims for all students to have an understanding of the basic components in this sector. This qualification can lead into a wide range of careers.
Curriculum overview
Throughout this course it will give learners a chance to develop a wide range of transferrable skills to include:
- Application of knowledge and understanding of real-life scenarios
- Understanding of care values in the sector
- Develop communication skills
KS4 Curriculum (Y9-11) – links to GCSE specifications
https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-tech-awards/health-and-social-care.html
KS3 Curriculum (Y7-8)
N/A
Assessment
Component 1 – Human Lifespan Development – two written assignments
Component 2 – Care Values – two written assignments
Component 3 – Health and Wellbeing – External exam
