Health & Social Care

Our Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care will develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will prepare students for progression to employment and/or undergraduate study in mental health, nursing, midwifery & various care roles. It covers equality, diversity and rights, health and safety, anatomy and physiology, person-centred approaches, mental health, long-term physiological conditions, public health strategies, sexual health and nutrition and lifestyles.

Course Name:

OCR Level 3 AAQ Cambridge Advanced National in Health & Social Care (Certificate - 1 year course) (Extended Certificate - 2 year course)

Alternative Academic Qualification

Specification code: H125

Qualification number: 610/3986/X

Students must complete six units:

• Two externally (exam) assessed units
• Four Non-Examination Assessment (NEA) units - (controlled assessment)

Exam Board: 

OCR

A range of topics including:

• Principles of health and social care (exam) 
• Anatomy and physiology for health and social care (exam) 
• Person-centred approach to care (controlled assessment) 
• Supporting people with mental health conditions (controlled assessment)

Career Pathways:

Health and social care qualifications can lead to a variety of careers in diverse settings. Here are some common career paths:

• Nursing (e.g., Registered Nurse, Pediatric Nurse, Mental Health Nurse)
• Social Work (e.g., Social Worker, Child Protection Officer, Family Support Worker)
• Care Work (e.g., Care Assistant, Residential Care Worker, Home Health Aide)
• Therapies (e.g., Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist)
• Healthcare Administration (e.g., Healthcare Manager, Medical Office Administrator, Health Service Manager)
• Public Health (e.g., Public Health Officer, Health Promotion Specialist, Epidemiologist)
• Mental Health Services (e.g., Mental Health Support Worker, Counsellor, Psychiatric Technician)
• Community Support (e.g., Community Outreach Worker, Youth Worker, Community Health Worker)
• Health Education (e.g., Health Educator, Wellness Coach, Nutritionist)
• Specialist Roles (e.g., Midwife, Paramedic, Radiographer)

These roles can be found in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, community centres, schools, and private homes.

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