A-Level Health and Social Care

Course Code: BA127
Award Level 3, Similar to - NVQ Level 3, A-Level

Health and Social Care combines elements of sociology, biology, nutrition, law, and ethics.

Develop knowledge of the social, psychological and physiological issues that can impact on life and discuss the standards of care that needs to be provided and maintained.
Investigate the ways in which to prevent illness, the ways in which health and well-being is promoted by health care workers, the different methods of communication and how to meet the needs of an individual.
Explore the factors influencing human development and mental health issues in society and how the media has influenced the perception of mental illness, types and causes.

Course Content

AS Level

Unit 1: Promoting Quality Care
Unit 2: Communication in Care Settings
Unit 3: Promoting Good Health

A2 Level

Unit 4: Care Practice and Provisions
Unit 5: Understanding Human Behaviour and Power in Modern Society
Unit 6: Mental Health Issues

Assessment

Unit 1: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 2: Coursework
Unit 3: Coursework
Unit 4: Coursework
Unit 5: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
Unit 6: Coursework

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual and study guide plus tutor support by email. Your A-Level course materials will be sent out in the post once you enrol.

Throughout the course there will be self-assessment questions, and tutor marked questions, to enable you to monitor your progress. You will receive envelopes in order to submit your assignments.

Qualifications

This course prepares students for OCR A-Level Health & Social Care for examination in 2011 and later years. Once you have successfully completed the examinations you will receive an A-Level in Health & Social Care.

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

You do not require any previous knowledge however the courses are delivered in English so you will need to be able to read and write in English.

Q: Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

There is no specific time limit to complete your home learning course, your only real deadlines are the OCR A-Level examinations which take place every year during the summer. You can book on to these examinations when you are ready. Students are advised to contact exam centres, as cut of dates for exams do change.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

All learning documentation and course materials
Unlimited Tutor Support via email

Q: Is there a required reading list?

You may wish to purchase the following textbooks:

Health and Social Care: AS Student Book - OCR (Applied AS Health & Social Care) (Paperback) Angela Fisher, Publisher: Folens Publishers, 2006, (ISBN-10: 1843038404, ISBN-13: 978-1843038405)
Health and Social Care: A2 Student Book - OCR (Applied A2 Health and Social Care) (Paperback) Angela Fisher, Publisher: Folens Publishers, 2007, (ISBN-10: 1850082480, ISBN-13: 978-1850082484)

Textbooks can be purchased from any good bookshop or you can purchase them directly from us.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

Yes, you will need to take the standard A-Level examinations in order to fully complete this course. The examinations run on specific dates which can be obtained by visiting the OCR website. You will be required to book these examinations yourself, however we can provide a list of A-Level test centres around the country.

Q: Are there any additional costs?

You will need to purchase the books listed above and you will generally be required to pay a small fee to take your examinations at the examining centre that you choose.

Q: What if I live outside the UK?

You are still able to study this A-Level course. You will however be required to take the examinations within the UK as this is the only reliable way to access you.

Q: How do I get my work assessed?

Every student is issued with envelopes in order to return your completed work to us. Once we receive your coursework we will mark it and return it to you.