The aim of the course is to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills essential to the health and social care sector, and to support progression into Higher Education or the workplace.
Year 1; Equality and Diversity and rights in health and social care, Human growth and development, safeguarding in health and social care, communication in health and social care, infection prevention and control in health and social care, sociological perspectives in health and social care, working in health and social care, reflective practice.
Year 2; Empowerment in health and social care, protection of children, young people and adults in health and social care, anatomy and physiology for health and social care, research skills for health and social care, personal and professional development and additional 4 optional units.
This course will help you to explore future career options and try develop your skills whilst having your learning to be recognised as a formal qualification, the course is delivered by experienced and skilled tutors with vocational expertise.
- Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing info@rotherham.ac.uk or by calling 01709 362111.
Upon achievement you will be able to access higher education and progress into a wider range of job roles within the health and social care sector.
- 16-18 year olds do not need to pay course fees
- Those aged 19 or over may not need to pay fees depending on their circumstances. Find out if you qualify here.
“My tutors are really supportive. I like learning about a range of in-depth topics relating to my course.”
Aimee Winstanley Level 3 Health and Social Care, Former student at De Warenne Academy
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2023-24. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
