Year 12
Certificate in
Health and Social Care
In the first year, you will focus on developing effective communication skills within a health and social care context. You will explore theories and practical approaches to ensure your communication is clear, respectful and suited to different needs. This will include opportunities to apply what you learn in practical role play scenarios.
You will also examine health, safety and security, gaining an understanding of regulations, risk assessments and emergency procedures, all of which are vital for protecting both service users and staff. Equality, diversity and rights form another key part of your studies, where you will look closely at the rights of individuals, why these rights exist and how they can be upheld in a variety of settings. Each of these topics will be assessed through a combination of coursework and exams, encouraging both knowledge retention and practical application.
Year 13
Extended Certificate in
Health and Social Care
Your second year builds on these foundations, giving you a deeper insight into the anatomy and physiology of the major body systems. You will study how these systems function, how they interact, and how lifestyle choices can impact health, with this unit assessed by examination.
You will also study infection control, gaining practical knowledge of methods to prevent and manage infection in care settings. This is paired with a coursework element to ensure you can apply your understanding to real-world scenarios. Finally, you will explore public health, investigating the development of public health policy and its effect on modern society. This coursework-based unit encourages independent research, critical thinking and evaluation.
By the end of the course, you will have a well-rounded understanding of health and social care principles, backed by practical skills and academic knowledge. Assessment across the two years is split equally between exams and coursework, ensuring a balanced approach that values both theoretical learning and practical application.
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The Thomas Adams School
Lowe Hill
Wem
Shropshire
SY4 5UB
Tel: +44 1939 237000
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