Health Science

What is the course about? 

You will develop a general understanding of scientific principles and working within the healthcare sector: 

• Working within the health 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 

You will also learn about topics specific to health: 

• Safeguarding 

• Health and Wellbeing

• Legislation and Policies 

• Providing person-centred care 

• Further knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders, genomics and medical physics  

During your occupational specialism (assisting the adult nursing team) you would also further specialise to cover:  

• Assisting with clinical measurements 

• Supporting individuals to meet activities of daily living 

• Skin integrity assessment, care and treatment

What might this course lead to?

You could progress to higher education, apprenticeship or employment in the healthcare science sector. This course will enable you to progress onto future careers such as a Nurse, Paramedic, Midwife, Operating Department Practitioner, Therapy assistant and many more!