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11/03/24

A fascinating insight into the world of politics and debate for our A-Level Politics students today. . Thank you, Mr Bitis, for organising it. pic.twitter.com/kA4IznCEkc

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09/03/24

Berlin Day 1: Part 1: Berlin Wall pic.twitter.com/P96Goul4Ds

09/03/24

Berlin Part 2 Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate. Sun is shining and our students are wonderful stopped for lunch after visiting The Soviet Memorial & The Topography of Terror. Next The Jewish Museum pic.twitter.com/QBVIOdyvHv

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09/03/24

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09/03/24

Great to see the support for Muslim students observing Ramadan ❤️

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09/03/24

A great group of Year 10 students , in-fact, we had 2 extra join us! pic.twitter.com/CvQf4FXI9M

08/03/24

On we’re celebrating Miss Zare 🙌 Head of RE, Christian Ethos Lead and Staff Wellbeing at Epping St John's School 💚#IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/qYkp64bGjU

08/03/24

Just left Berlin for Krakow. A great whistle stop tour of Berlin. pic.twitter.com/tE12rGpYhI

08/03/24

On we’re celebrating Josie Theodorou 🙌 Head of English at Epping St John's School 💚#IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/yo53atAXhr

23/02/24

Well done, year 11! This will give you an edge in the exams. https://t.co/VaTEMiQgED

23/02/24

Well done, year 11! This will give you an edge in the exams. https://t.co/VaTEMiQgED

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23/02/24

Year 11 students are attending the GCSE Poetry Live Conference today. They are currently furiously notetaking as Carol Ann Duffy explores one of their set poems for the exam. Real dedication from them during our half term! pic.twitter.com/NqNa9P0KbC

22/02/24

ESJ Stunt Team pic.twitter.com/IyzQMmBXo5

22/02/24

Top run on the mountain. pic.twitter.com/kKqCIU983D

22/02/24

Skiing. pic.twitter.com/SzB8Ri01FP

22/02/24

On the dog run. pic.twitter.com/bSK3sYDn1o

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22/02/24

On the dog run. pic.twitter.com/bSK3sYDn1o

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22/02/24

Skiing. pic.twitter.com/SzB8Ri01FP

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22/02/24

Top run on the mountain. pic.twitter.com/kKqCIU983D

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22/02/24

ESJ Stunt Team pic.twitter.com/IyzQMmBXo5

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Health and Social Care BTEC

What is Health and Social Care all about?

The course gives a broad overview of the Health and Care sector covering all age groups from birth to caring for the elderly.

 

Course Content

The course will be offered as a 1 or 2  A level equivalent—Extended Certificate,  Extended diploma. More units will be taken for the larger courses.

First Year Course Content

Unit 1—Human Lifespan Development

This compulsory unit will develop your knowledge and understanding of patterns of human growth and development. Physical, intellectual, emotional and social development are studied in all age groups. The course also covers theories and models to interpret behaviour throughout the lifespan of a person.

Unit 2—Working in Health and Social Care

This compulsory unit will help you understand what it is like to work in the health and social care sector. You will look at the roles and responsibilities within the   sector such as midwives, social workers, care workers and doctors. People with specific needs such as learning disabilities are also studied.

Second Year Course Content

Unit 5 - Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs

This course is about being able to provide the correct care for a person when and where it is needed.  It looks at how agencies must work together to produce the best care and also the need for preventing discrimination. The skills and personal qualities of the care giver are also examined.

Optional units— examples include:-

  • Sociological perspectives
  • Psychological perspectives
  • Work Experience in the Health and Social Sector
  • Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
  • Promoting Public Health
  • Working with dementia patients

Assessment Criteria

Units 1 and 2 are assessed by written examinations.

Unit 5 and any optional units taken are examined by assessed coursework.

Students can achieve a pass, merit or distintion grade.

Future careers linked to this subject:

  • Midwife/nurse/health visitor
  • Early years teacher
  • Occupational therapist/physiotherapist
  • Social worker
  • Paramedic

Entry Requirements

Grade 5 in English, Maths and Science

Examination Board

BTEC Level 3 Examination in Health and Social Care

Teacher to Contact:

Mrs S Marshall

 

 

 

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