Health and Social Care AS and A2

If you consider yourself to be a caring person who likes to look after others, then it is worth considering studying Health and Social Care.

What Will I Learn?

The course enables you the opportunity to gain essential skills and practical experience, which will prove to be a useful asset within


Developing Effective Communication in Health & Social Care, Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health & Social Care, Health, Safety and Security in Health & Social Care, Nutrition for Health & Social Care, Safeguarding Adults and Promoting Independence and Physiological Disorders. It is equivalent to 1 A Level and 60 credits (120 UCAS points).

Entry Requirements

You will require 5 GCSEs at Grades A*- C


You will be invited to attend an interview, and will undertake an assessment in literacy and numeracy, to establish any support required.

Assessment

You will be assessed through coursework.

Career Progression

Successful completion of this course can enable you to pursue a career in a number of areas, including; Nursing homes, Day centres, Hospitals, Occupational therapy departments, Radiography departments, Social care placements, Nurseries, Physiotherapy. Many learners apply to and are offered places at university to study for a degree in related subjects.

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Course Details
Mode:Course Subject/Option
Start Date:01/09/2026
Day(s):Full Time - To be arranged
Location:Nantgarw
Course Code:GEF368NL
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