Health and Social Care - Cambridge Advanced National

Applications Open - 1st November 2026

Applications Close - 12th February 2027

Entry Requirements - Please refer to the Sixth Form Course Directory via the website www.knoleacademy.org

Option blocks and detailed subject information can be found in our course directory on our website www.knoleacademy.org

How to Apply - Via Kent Choices https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login

Level 3 Courses - select a minimum of 3 courses to study

Level 2 Courses - select 1 course only as each course is studied on a full time basis.

This qualification will develop professional and personal skills through interaction with people who either work in the sector or require care or support, as well as theoretical knowledge and understanding to underpin their skills. This will allow them to offer specific, person-centred care and support and build positive relationships with the people they are working with, so that their needs and requirements are met whilst they maintain control of their own care and support.

Students will consider the real impacts to people living with conditions or illnesses such as the social, financial and psychological impacts, not just the signs, symptoms and treatment of faceless conditions or illnesses. Students will also learn about the legislation and guidance supporting health and social care, so that they can ensure the people they are working with are not only able to access all the care and support they are entitled to,but are also able to protect themselves from any harm or abuse whilst at work.

A two year course allowing a study of the health and social care sectors. The most important thing you need in order to take health and social care is a lively mind, an interest in health and social care, a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate your ideas effectively.

Year 12

• F090: Principles of Health & Social Care - (Exam)

• F092: Person-Centred Approach to Care - (Coursework)

• F093: Supporting People with Mental Health Conditions - (Coursework)

Year 13

• F091: Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care - (Exam)

• F096: Supporting People in Relation to Sexual Health, Pregnancy and Postnatal - (Coursework)

• F097: Supporting Healthy Nutrition and Lifestyles - (Coursework)

Assignments are set for all units of work.

The work is internally marked and externally moderated for coursework. All exams are externally moderated.

60% of the qualification is coursework, 40% exam

Students are awarded an overall grade of certification depending on how many credits they achieve. They can achieve a pass, merit, distinction, or distinction* depending on the quality of their work.

Minimum of five 9-4 grades in GCSE examinations including English and Maths

• Social Worker

• Teaching

• Midwifery

• Nursing

• Health Sector

• Physiotherapy