Health & Social Care

The OCR Health and Social Care course aligns with Catholic Social Teaching by emphasizing the principles of human dignity, the common good, and preferential care for the vulnerable. It prepares students to provide compassionate and ethical care, reflecting the Catholic commitment to serving others with respect and love, particularly those who are most in need. Through this curriculum, students learn to uphold the sanctity of life and contribute positively to society, embodying the Catholic call to social justice and care for all individuals. 

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The aim of our health and social care curriculum is to develop essential specialist knowledge and skills across the health and social care spectrum, such as: values of care, supporting individuals through life events and Therapeutic and creative activities.

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We hope to achieve a love of learning whilst also providing a deep and thorough insight into the different sectors. Additionally, the qualification provides transferable skills which supports students learning in other subjects. The units delivered on our health and social care curriculum have been chosen because at times they provide practical opportunities where students can demonstrate their skills and apply their knowledge and understanding through the use of focused activities such as role-play, case studies and scenarios.

The curriculum reflects our schools' values of respect and compassion as students are taught how to communicate or provide care respectfully to service users from all backgrounds so that their dignity is maintained, and so they have a real sense of being valued. Students are taught in an environment that fosters challenge and aspiration in the classroom and beyond.

 

The qualification challenges students to become independent, creative and resilient learners whilst also developing a sense of social and moral responsibility. Students will develop personal qualities that will contribute to ensuring a caring environment when working with individuals in health and social care. Other skills students will develop include understanding development milestones, factors that affect development and communication skills.

 

Students will benefit from opportunities from guest speakers from their local community and beyond, as well as having opportunities to visit different settings within health and social care We intend that these opportunities will raise student’s aspirations by developing key links with employers.

 

The Health and Social Care Level 2 curriculum is designed to provide students with foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a career in health and social care settings. The curriculum typically balances theoretical understanding with practical skills, preparing students for further education or entry-level positions in the field.

 

The curriculum is structured around core themes and units, which include:

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• Core Knowledge: Fundamental concepts in health and social care, such as human growth and development, health and safety, and communication skills.

• Practical Skills: Hands-on skills needed in care settings, such as communication skills, personal care, and using equipment safely.

• Assessment and Evaluation: Various forms of assessment to measure students' understanding and skills