Exam Board: Pearson
The qualification consists of three components that give learners the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge and understanding of health and social care at Levels 1 and 2.
The BTEC qualification consists of three separate units:
Component 1
Human Growth and Development:
Learners will explore different aspects of growth and development and the factors that can affect this across the life stages. They will explore the different events that can impact on individuals’ physical, intellectual, emotional and social development and how individuals cope with and are supported through changes caused by life events.
Component 2
Health and Social Care Services and Values
Learners will explore health and social care services and how they meet the needs of service users. They will also study the skills, attributes and values required when giving care.
Component 3
Health and Wellbeing
Learners will explore the factors that affect health and wellbeing, learning about physiological and lifestyle indicators, and person-centred approaches to make recommendations to improve an individual’s health and wellbeing.
Additional Information
Study of this sector at Key Stage 4 will complement GCSE study through providing an opportunity for practical application alongside conceptual study. There is a considerable amount of written work to be undertaken. There are also strong opportunities for post-16 progression in this important sector, as well as wide-ranging employment prospects both locally and nationally.
Assessment
Component 1 & 2
Assessed internally – 2 pieces of coursework during Year 10 and into Year 11
Component 3
Externally assessed – Examination in Year 11.