Health and Social Care and Childcare

Course information

The qualifications will equip learners with knowledge and understanding of the development and care of individuals from conception to old age.

Learners will gain an understanding of how service provision in the Health and Social Care, and Childcare sectors in Wales support the development and well-being of individuals.

Learners will also be introduced to a broad range of roles within the Health and Social Care, and Childcare sectors which will help them to develop an understanding of the career pathways available to them.

The GCSE in Health and Social Care, and Childcare (Single Award) will cover key topics such as:

  • human growth, development and well-being
  • promoting and maintaining health and well-being

The GCSE in Health and Social Care, and Childcare (Double Award) will cover additional topics such as:

  • health, social care and childcare in the 21st Century
  • promoting and supporting health and well-being to achieve positive outcomes

Assessment

The GCSE in Health and Social Care, and Childcare (Single Award) will be made up of two mandatory units.

The GCSE in Health and Social Care, and Childcare (Double Award) will be made up of four mandatory units.

The qualifications are both externally and internally assessed.

Further Opportunities

Learners completing the GCSE in Health and Social Care, and Childcare could study other
qualifications within the suite.

They may also be interested in progressing to further study and/or training in related areas including: Sociology, Psychology and Medical Science.

Examining Body

 Head of Department: Mrs Rhian Rees-Jones