Subject Information

Course Summary

This course has been developed to recognise learners skills, knowledge and understanding of the health and social care sector and the settings, job roles, principles and values involved. The learners carry out a range of tasks that have been designed to recognise their achievements in a modern, practical way that is relevant to the workplace. Whilst not involving work experience directly they are work-related qualifications which will support progression to an NVQ once a candidate is in the workplace.

Students Suited to the Course

Cambridge Nationals are vocationally related qualifications that take an engaging, practical and inspiring approach to learning and assessment. They're industry relevant, geared to key sector requirements and very popular with schools and colleges because they suit such a broad range of learning styles and abilities

Course Structure

To achieve this qualification candidates must complete a total of three units consisting of two mandatory units and one optional unit. The coursework units will be completed during year one and the exam in year two.

Assessment Methods

Mandatory: Principles in Health and Social Care settings (Exam-40%)

Mandatory: Supporting Individuals through Life Events (Coursework-40% )

Optional: Creative and Therapeutic Activities OR Health Promotion Campaigns (Coursework- 20%)

Possible Progressions

• Health, Social Care & Early Years Level 3

• NVQ (Level 3) in the work place

• CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare

Contact: Mr Neal