COURSE CODE: OCR Advanced National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care. Specification code: H125 Qualification number: 610/3986/X

TYPICAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 in GCSE English Language and a 4 in GCSE Science

CAREER POSSIBILITIES

Students have the opportunity to consider a range of options within each vocational pathway - Health, Social Care and Early Years’ Care and Education. It provides an excellent basis for a wide range of higher education courses and careers: Radiography, Midwifery and Nursing, Paramedic Science, Podiatry, Healthcare Science, NHS Practitioner Training Programme and many more opportunities. Many past students find themselves in caring roles, midwifery, childcare and sports physiotherapy to name but a few.

THE PROGRAMME

The Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care will develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will prepare students for progression to undergraduate study. It covers equality, diversity and rights, health and safety, anatomy and physiology, person-centred approaches, mental health, longterm physiological conditions, public health strategies, sexual health and nutrition and lifestyles. Cambridge OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) For this qualification, students must complete six units:

• Two mandatory externally assessed units

• Two mandatory NEA units

• Two optional NEA units F090 Principles of health and social care

F091 Anatomy and physiology for health and social care

F092 Person-centred approach to care

F093 Supporting people with mental health conditions

WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

Studying the OCR Level 3 Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care at sixth form offers students a strong foundation for careers in healthcare, social work, and related professions. This qualification blends academic study with practical application, helping learners develop essential skills such as communication, empathy, and critical thinking. It’s ideal for those who want to make a real difference in people’s lives and provides clear progression routes to university, apprenticeships, or employment in the health and social care sector.

Please note: This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers. Final decisions on course availability will be made based on demand and timetabling feasibility