You will need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or achievement of a pass in a relevant Level 1 qualification, including English Language at grade 3 or above.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
Are you interested in health, wellbeing and what shapes our lives? This course explores health and social care, physical and mental health, factors affecting wellbeing and how services support individuals and communities. You’ll also investigate wider social issues, equality, human rights and ethical debates. Develop skills in research, analysing information and evaluating evidence to understand people’s needs and experiences. Whether you’re considering a career in health and social care or progression to Level 3 Health and Social Care or Social Sciences, this course is a great place to start.
Further information
This course is ideal for learners interested in health, wellbeing, people and society. It suits those who want to explore careers in health and social care, as well as those curious about social issues and what shapes people’s lives. If you enjoy learning about health, discussing ethical questions, investigating issues and understanding different perspectives, this course can help you develop valuable knowledge and skills.
- Human health and wellbeing – explore what influences physical and mental health, lifestyle and quality of life.
- People, development and behaviour – investigate how people grow, develop and experience different stages of life.
- Equality, diversity and human rights – examine discrimination, social inequality, individual rights and barriers to accessing care.
- Ethics and decision-making – explore ethical dilemmas, confidentiality, consent and the responsibilities involved in supporting others.
- Researching people and society – learn how to ask questions, gather and interpret information, evaluate evidence and investigate social issues.
After this course, you could progress to a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or a related subject, such as Social Sciences, depending on the entry requirements. This could open up further study in areas such as psychology, sociology and health-related subjects. You’ll also develop a foundation for exploring future careers in health and social care, including nursing, social work, childcare and support services. Your next steps will depend on your interests, achievement and chosen progression route.
You will learn through a mix of classroom teaching, group discussions, case studies, research activities and practical tasks linked to real-life health and social care situations. You will be assessed through a combination of assignments and an external assessment. Two components are assessed through Pearson-set assignments completed under supervised conditions, while the final component is assessed through a written examination set and marked by Pearson. You will explore human development, care services, professional values and factors affecting health and wellbeing.