Vocational Courses

We offer a range of vocational subjects that meet local and national needs.  Vocational courses are designed to help our students learn in a practical way, helping them to get the skills needed to start a job, progress in a career or go on to higher levels of education.

 

Health and Social Care not only allows students explore how individuals develop and adapt, but also to develop knowledge and understanding of the sector and the application of care values.  This allows our students to relate the theory and put it into context for real life scenarios.

The Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Health and Social Care (, is for learners who want to acquire technical knowledge and technical skills through vocational contexts as part of their Key Stage 4 learning. The qualification recognises the value of learning skills, knowledge and vocational attributes to complement GCSEs.  

The Cambridge National in Health and Social Care will encourage students to:  

• understand and apply the fundamental principles and concepts of the rights of individuals, peoples centered values, effective communication and how to protect individuals in health and social care settings 
• develop learning and practical skills that can be applied to real-life contexts and work situations 
• think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically 
• develop independence and confidence in using skills that would be relevant to the health and social care sector and more widely

Hospitality and Catering applies to almost every sector of society. This ranges from local bars and restaurants to the food and beverage service on airlines. This also teaches our students about health and safety requirements within both the private and commercial sector. 

Ever wondered what it takes to work in a top hotel or restaurant? Does food and discovering new flavors in the kitchen inspire you? Maybe you’re interested in developing the skills you need to work front of house? If so, it’s time to uncover your potential  – find out more about this exciting qualification today.

Information Technology: Our Cambridge Technicals in IT provides students with essential knowledge and skills in IT and cybersecurity. A wide range of units and opportunities for practical and project-based work helps students gain an insight into technological change, global IT infrastructure and legal and security considerations. 

Sports Studies: Our Cambridge National in Sport Studies helps students appreciate how sport is reflected within society.  They will learn about the engagement patterns of people in the UK, contemporary sporting issues such as drugs in sport, violence in sport, ethical underpinnings of sport and the financial/societal and sporting reasons that explain why countries host major sporting events such as the World Cup/Olympics. Finally, they will discuss and debate the use of technology in sport and National Governing Bodies.  

 

Useful Documents

Health and Social Care Curriculum Plan

Hospitality and Catering Curriculum Plan

Information Technology Curriculum Plan

Sports Studies Curriculum Plan

Year 10 Support Links

Health & Social Care

Explanation of Life Events