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Ideal preparation for work in the health & social care sector
Ideal preparation for work in the health & social care sector
Ideal preparation for work in the health & social care sector
Extended Certificate: 50% exams, 50 % coursework
Diploma: - 38% exam, 62% coursework
Extended Diploma: 31% exams, 69 % coursework
The Health and Social Care (H&SC) courses requires students to achieve at least the minimum entry requirements for your chosen pathway.
Health and Social Care is available in three forms at Wyke. The Level 3 Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level, the Level 3 Diploma is equivalent two A Levels, and the Level 3 Extended Diplomas is equivalent to three A Levels.
These course are a great choice for you if you have an interest in working within Nursing, Midwifery, or other Allied Health professions such as Paramedic Science or Occupational Therapy. Additionally, you may wish to pursue a career within the social sector as a Social Worker, Speech & Language Therapist, or work within education.
Whether it is going straight into employment, degree apprenticeship or moving onto university, the broad nature of BTEC Health and Social Care will ensure you have the background knowledge you need to work professionally with a diverse range of service users and be well informed to make the best choices for your next steps.
The Health and Social Care department has four dedicated teaching rooms in the Elm building. You will have access to a wide range of resources for the duration of the course which you are expected to use productively along with directed independent learning and internet research to complete your assignments.
Our specialist Health and Social Care staff have a variety of different specialisms and this determines which units of the course they teach.
This 2 year course is split into 4 units. There are two compulsory examined units and a compulsory coursework unit.
Compulsory Units:
HUMAN LIFESPAN AND DEVELOPMENT
This compulsory unit is externally assessed by a Pearson-set and marked examination.
HUMAN BIOLOGY AND HEALTH
This compulsory unit is externally assessed by a Pearson-set and marked examination.
PRINCIPLES OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PRACTICE
This compulsory unit is internally assessed with assignment-based work.
Optional Units
The remaining unit will be internally assessed with assignment-based work and will be selected from the following options:
· HEALTH POLICY AND WELLBEING
· PROMOTING HEALTH EDUCATION
· SAFE ENVIRONMENTS IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
· HEALTH SCIENCE
BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Equivalent in Size to Two A Levels)
This two-year course is split into eight units. There are two compulsory examined units, one compulsory controlled assessment unit and five internally assessed coursework units.
Compulsory Units
HUMAN LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT
This compulsory unit is externally assessed by a Pearson-set and marked examination. Students explore the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development that takes place throughout the lifespan and consider the factors that influence growth and development.
WORKING IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
This compulsory unit is externally assessed by a Pearson-set and marked examination. Students develop an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of health and social care professionals and the services available to meet individual needs.
ENQUIRIES INTO CURRENT RESEARCH IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
This compulsory unit is externally assessed through a Pearson-set task and controlled assessment. Students investigate current research and consider how evidence is used to improve health and care practice.
Coursework Units
The remaining units are internally assessed through assignment-based work:
Psychological Perspectives
Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
Promoting Public Health
Nutritional Health
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Equivalent in Size to Three A Levels)
This two-year course is split into thirteen units. Students complete all units listed within the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, as well as the additional units shown below. There are three compulsory examined units, one compulsory controlled assessment unit and nine internally assessed coursework units.
Additional Compulsory Unit
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
This compulsory unit is externally assessed by a Pearson-set and marked examination. Students study the structure and function of body systems and develop an understanding of how physiological processes support health and wellbeing.
Additional Coursework Units
In addition to the units studied on the Diploma pathway, students will complete the following internally assessed units:
Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
Sociological Perspectives
Caring for Individuals with Dementia
Work Experience in Health and Social Care
Progression Opportunities
We recommend that you carry out some vocationally relevant work experience prior to joining us in Health & Social Care if you can. You may have already completed work experience in year 10 at school but try to build on this. You might be able to gain part time work in a residential care home, or volunteer in a primary school or as a Young Health Champion in the NHS. Work experience or volunteering are brilliant ways to learn from Health & Social Care professionals within settings. Your confidence and communication skills will develop and this will benefit you at college when studying Health and Social Care.
Wyke Sixth Form College hold train to teach information events which offer you a great insight into this course. If you are interested in attending one of these events, please complete this form and we will be in contact with the key information.
Please note that the applications for this course can be submitted by following the ‘Apply Now’ button on this page. Applications are made through the University of Huddersfield rather than Wyke Sixth Form College. We look forward to meeting with you.
Wyke Sixth Form College hold train to teach information events which offer you a great insight into this course. If you are interested in attending one of these events, please complete this form and we will be in contact with the key information.
This qualification provides excellent preparation for higher education and careers within the health and social care sector. Students frequently progress to degrees and apprenticeships in: Adult Nursing Child Nursing Midwifery Paramedic Science Social Work Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Public Health Healthcare Management Allied Health Professions
At Wyke Start, our 2-day taster event in July, each of your subjects will set you some work to complete to help prepare you for the course. The work is available to download on https://www.wyke.ac.uk/wyke-start-summer-work
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The Wyke Experience
As part of our commitment to delivering a dynamic and immersive learning experience, our Health & Social Care course offers students the invaluable opportunity to engage directly with professionals from the sector. Through a carefully curated series of guest speaker events, students gain first-hand insights from experienced staff and leading employers, deepening their understanding of current practices and career pathways.
Beyond the classroom, we enhance learning through educational visits to prominent Health & Social Care conferences. This year, we are delighted to announce that the conference will take place at Disneyland Paris—an exceptional setting that blends academic enrichment with an unforgettable cultural experience. It’s a unique chance to expand subject knowledge while enjoying a truly inspiring and memorable trip.
