Health

Course Information

During the 2-year programme, students will develop the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of health occupations.  This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in health and healthcare.

Core Component (Health & Science):

• working within the health and science sector
• health, safety and environmental regulations
• managing information and data
• principles of good scientific and clinical practice
• core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology

• understanding the healthcare sector
• providing person-centred care
• supporting health and wellbeing
• further knowledge of both human anatomy and physiology and of diseases and disorders
• infection prevention and control

Occupational specialisms:

• supporting the adult nursing team
• supporting the midwifery team
• supporting the care of children and young people