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Curriculum Intent:
Our BTEC Health and Social Care curriculum equips students with the knowledge, empathy and practical skills to thrive in a range of caring professions. Rooted in real-world application, the course fosters a deep understanding of human development, health needs, and the values that underpin compassionate, person-centred care. Through a blend of academic study and vocational experience, students develop critical thinking, communication, and ethical decision-making skills. We aim to nurture responsible, resilient individuals who are well-prepared to make a positive difference in health, social care and early years settings.
BTEC Tech Award Level 1/2 (2022) Health and Social Care
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Introduction to course Component 1: Human Lifespan Development |
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Component 1: Human Lifespan Development |
Component 1: Human Lifespan Development |
Component 1: Human Lifespan Development Internal Pearson Set Assignment |
Component 1: Human Lifespan Development Internal Pearson Set Assignment |
Component 2: Health and Social Care Services and Values |
Component 2: Health and Social Care Services and Values |
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Component 2: Health and Social Care Services and Values Internal Pearson Set Assignment |
Component 2: Health and Social Care Services and Values Internal Pearson Set Assignment
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Component 3: Health and Wellbeing
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Component 3: Health and Wellbeing
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Component 3: Health and Wellbeing Revision and External Exam |
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Exam Board:
Course Title: Pearson: BTEC Tech Award Level 1/2 (2022) Health and Social Care
https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec
How to help your child:
Core Textbook: Pearson BTEC Tech Award Level 1/2 (2022) Student Book
Revision Book: CPG: BTEC Tech Award Health & Social Care Revision Guide
1. Components 1 and 2 are worth 60% of the final grade and are assessed by two internal assignments (Pearson Set Assignments). These are administered in Year 10 and Year 11, and account for 30% each, therefore students need to ensure that they are fully prepared for these prior to the assessment starting. Preparation, planning and research for these is carried out during lessons and independently study. Please ensure that your child meets the deadlines for these internal assessments and work is as detailed and thorough as possible.
2. Component 3 is assessed by an external exam - support your child by ensuring that they engage with the revision materials provided and practice their written responses for exam questions in timed conditions to prepare them for this exam. This exam is 90 minutes and has a total score of 80.
Curriculum Overview:
BTEC National in Health & Social Care Extended Certificate (AAQ)
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Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development: A: Human growth and development through the life stages Unit 2: Human Biology and Health: A: Organisation of the human body |
Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development: B: Factors affecting human growth and development across each life stage Unit 2: Human Biology and Health: B: Body systems |
Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development: C: Health and social care promotion, prevention at different life stages Unit 2: Human Biology and Health: C: Disorders of the body and effect on body systems |
Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development: Exam preparation Unit 2: Human Biology and Health: Exam preparation |
Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development: Exam Unit 2: Human Biology and Health: Exam |
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Content delivery Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Content delivery |
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Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) preparation Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) preparation |
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) preparation Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) preparation |
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) |
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) |
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practices: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) Unit 5: Principles Promoting Health Education: Pearson Set Assignment Brief (PSAB) |
Exam Board:
Course Title: Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) BTEC National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate)
https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/btec-nationals/health-and-social-care-aaq.html
How to help your child
Unit 1: Human Lifespan and Development
Students examine physical, intellectual, emotional and social development across the human lifespan, the interaction between biological and social factors in health and well-being and how health care professionals provide effective care.
The unit is assessed through one examination of 80 marks lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes. Students are assessed through multiple-choice, short- and long-answer questions. The questions will assess knowledge and understanding of human growth and development through the life stages; application of knowledge of the factors affecting human growth and development across each life stage and making connections between lifestyle factors and health inequalities; and evaluation and analysis of health and social care workers and how they promote, prevent and treat health conditions at different life stages.
The exam for this will take place in May at the end of Year 12. Please ensure that your child is fully prepared for this exam because it is worth 25% of the overall qualification.
Unit 2: Human Biology and Health
Students explore the organisation, structure and normal physiological functioning of the human body, and the effect on health of common disorders of the body systems.
The unit is assessed through one examination of 80 marks lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes. Students are assessed through multiple-choice, short and long-answer questions. The questions will assess knowledge and understanding of the structure, organisation and function of the human body and common disorders that affect it; application of knowledge on the structure and function of body systems to the primary and secondary effects of common disorders on those body systems; and connections between the primary and secondary effects of common disorders and how they affect interlinked body systems.
The exam for this will take place in May at the end of Year 12. Please ensure that your child is fully prepared for this exam because it is worth 25% of the overall qualification.
Unit 3: Principles of Health and Social Care Practice
Students focus on the principles that underpin meeting the care and support needs of individuals, which are the foundation of all services within health and social care.
The unit is assessed using a Pearson set the assignment, with the assignment taking the form of a project/essay/presentation. Preparation, planning and research is carried out during lessons and independently study. Students need to ensure that they are fully prepared for these prior to the assessment starting. Please ensure that your child meets the deadlines for these internal assessments and work is as detailed and thorough as possible. Once the research and planning is complete, the PSAB will take 12 hours to complete.
Unit 5: Promoting Health Education
Students explore the purpose of health education, models and approaches to educating the public and encouraging behaviour change in the population.
The unit is assessed using a Pearson set the assignment, with the assignment taking the form of a project/essay/presentation. Preparation, planning and research is carried out during lessons and independently study. Students need to ensure that they are fully prepared for these prior to the assessment starting. Please ensure that your child meets the deadlines for these internal assessments and work is as detailed and thorough as possible. Once the research and planning is complete, the PSAB will take 12 hours to complete.
What careers can success in Health and Social care lead to?
Health and Social Care develops a wide range of subject-specific knowledge and skills that are essential for working with individuals in health, social, and community settings. Students learn about human development across the life stages, including physical, intellectual, emotional, and social changes. Students also gain an understanding of various health conditions and how they affect individuals’ daily lives. Key areas such as safeguarding, health and safety legislation, and infection control are also covered, helping learners understand the importance of working safely and ethically. A strong focus is placed on care values, such as respect, dignity, and promoting equality and inclusion, along with the importance of effective communication and building positive relationships. Learners also develop practical and transferable skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and reflective practice. This knowledge and skill set prepares students for a variety of careers, including roles such as nurse, midwife, social worker, care worker, paramedic, occupational therapist, youth worker, or mental health support worker. It can also lead to further study in fields like nursing, social work, public health, or counselling at university or through vocational training and apprenticeships.
For further information, contact:
Lucy Newman