Cambridge OCR
Level 2
QN: 600/4221/7
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Cambridge OCR Level 2 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 660 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
14 Units
Guided Hours
660 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the organisation of the human body
- Understand the structure, function and interrelationship of major body systems
- Be able to carry out routine measurements and observations of body systems
- Know the effects of malfunctions on body systems
- Know routine care given to individuals with body malfunctions.
2
Communication in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different forms of communication
- Understand barriers to effective communication
- Be able to communicate effectively
3
Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know different creative and therapeutic activities and their benefits
- Know legislation and regulations relevant to the implementation of creative and therapeutic activities
- Understand the role of professionals supporting individuals who undertake creative and therapeutic activities
- Be able to implement appropriate creative and therapeutic activities
4
Cultural Diversity in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know diversity of individuals in society
- Understand beliefs and practices in different religious or secular groups
- Understand factors that influence the equality of opportunity for individuals in society
- Know the role of legislation, codes of practice and charters in promoting diversity
5
Emergency care in health and social care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know what limitations apply in emergency health situations
- Know how to deal with an emergency health situation
- Understand the basic checks to be undertaken in emergency health situations
6
Ensuring Safe Environments in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know potential hazards in health and social care environments
- Know main principles of health and safety legislation applied to health and social care environments
- Understand risk assessment processes related to health or social care
7
Health and Social Care Services
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know key elements of health and social care services
- Know barriers to accessing health and social care services
- Understand principles of partnership in health and social care
- Understand requirements for job roles in health and social care
8
Human Lifespan Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know developmental changes that occur at different life stages
- Know positive and negative influences on individuals at different life stages
- Know factors that can influence an individual’s self-concept
- Understand different care needs of individuals at different life stages
9
Individual Needs in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know everyday needs of individuals
- Understand factors that influence the health and needs of individuals
- Be able to plan to meet the health and wellbeing needs of an individual
10
Individual Rights in Health and Social Care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know factors that contribute to a diverse and equal society
- Understand principles and values which underpin the support given to individuals
11
Safeguarding awareness
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the responsibilities of health and social care organisations in relation to safeguarding
- Know about different forms of ab
- Understand how to respond to disclosure of ab
- Understand the support available to individuals that have been abused
12
Social policy awareness in health and social care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how social policy is developed
- Understand government responses to tackling social inequalities
- Understand the impact of social policy on the provision of health and social care services
13
The Impact of Diet on Health
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know dietary needs of individuals at different life stages
- Understand effects of unbalanced diets on the health of individuals
- Know specific dietary needs of service users
- Understand principles of food safety and hygiene
14
Vocational Experience in a Health or Social Care Setting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to complete the application process for a period of work experience in a health or social care setting
- Be able to complete a period of work experience in a health or social care setting
- Be able to demonstrate interpersonal skills in a health or social care setting
- Be able to reflect on own performance in a health or social care setting
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 600/4221/7
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2012