Sixth Form Virtual Open Evening HEALTH AND SOCIAL

Sixth Form Virtual Open Evening HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE MRS S DAVIES Ysgol Uwchradd Llanidloes High School

WHY STUDY HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE? • BTEC Level 3 certificate Health and Social Care: Principles and Contexts - new, exciting course covering current and relevant developments across the sectors. • Wide range of fulfilling careers within Health and Social Care • University, apprenticeships and direct route to employment

COURSE DESCRIPTION Unit 1: Principles of care and safe practice within outcome-focused, person-centred care You will gain knowledge about professional responsibilities, roles and accountabilities of health and social care workers within the sector. You will understand the importance of positive relationships, trust, effective communication and promoting quality care Unit 2: Factors affecting individuals’ growth and development across the lifespan You will gain knowledge and understanding of the factors that affect an individuals’ growth and development across the lifespan and the effects this can have on their personal well-being outcomes and care and support needs. Unit 3: Promoting the rights of individuals across the lifespan Gain knowledge and understanding of the rights of individuals and the barriers to participation they may face, how these are promoted and challenged to improve health and well-being

ASSESSMENT Unit 1 • 25% • NEA • Completed in Year 13 Unit 2 • 50% • Examination • Completed in Year 12 Unit 3 • 25% • NEA • Completed in Year 13

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Physiotherapist Adult Nurse Social worker Children's Nurse Occupational Therapist Mental Health Midwifery Radiography Speech and language therapist Health Care Assistant Health visitor Nursery assistant Sports therapy Optometrist Domiciliary Care Paramedi c Child protection officer Youth worker Early years educator Teacher Counsellor Cognitive Behaviour Therapist Dietician