BTEC KS4 SEPT 2026 At KS4 students can also opt for: Health and Social Care BTEC Award Level 1/2 Travel and Tourism BTEC Award Level 1/2 Both of these subjects follow these core principles: The curriculum offered to students will be accessible to all and provide all students with opportunities to be challenged, to think hard and to extend their learning There will be opportunities to apply knowledge and skills in realistic scenarios Students will develop their vocabulary, reading and communication skills by practising the use of substantive concepts within the subject area Lessons will: Provide clear instructions for students Provide meaningful feedback where appropriate Ensure there are opportunities for students to respond to feedback Use a range of techniques to record information and learning, and to check understanding Health and Social Care This new course is designed to introduce students to the health and social care sector; students will gain valuable knowledge and skills which are the foundations for working in this sector, where there are a large number of roles within the local area. This will include some of the skills that are used by health care professionals such as: assessing health and wellbeing; making recommendations to improve health and wellbeing and the importance of care values. You will study 3 components: Human Lifespan Development Health and Social Care Services and Values Health and Wellbeing Components 1 and 2 are assessed through internal assessment and Component 3 will be assessed through an examination. Curriculum Overview How to Support your Child’s Learning You can support your child with their homework and assessment preparation, and by asking questions about what they are studying in school. There are many podcasts dedicated to health and wellbeing; and a number of TV shows that could provide useful background information or show real-life scenarios. Where to visit Science & Industry Museum, Manchester The Thackray Museum of Medicine, Leeds What to watch Operation Ouch The Secret lives of 4, 5 and 6 year olds Super Nanny 24 hours in A & E Websites BBC Bitesize – Health and Social Care NHS website MIND Health Careers Young Minds Potential Careers There are a huge range of careers within the Health and Social Care sector; here are just a few Nurse Paramedic Care Worker Occupational Therapist Physiotherapist Early Years practitioner Mental Health Support worker ——————————————————————————————————————– Travel and Tourism This is a perfect time to study Travel and Tourism; it is currently the UK’s third largest Employer, employing over 3 million people and contributing over £1220 billion to GDP of the UK. It is also one of the fastest growing employment sectors, with a wide-range of jobs and roles. Studying Travel and Tourism will give you an insight into the foundational knowledge and skills you need to take advantage of these opportunities. There are 3 components: Travel and Tourism Organisations and Destinations Customer Needs Influences on Global Travel and Tourism Components 1 and 2 are assessed through internal assessment and Component 3 will be assessed through an examination. How to Support your Child’s Learning You can support your child with their homework and assessment preparation, and by asking questions about what they are studying in school. There are many podcasts dedicated to travel and destinations around the world or places of interest here in the UK and abroad. There are also many TV shows dedicated to travel and tourism. Where to visit Tourist Information Centres Museums with a travel link – National Railway Museum Local Heritage sites such as: Rufford Old Hall Liverpool Museums & Art Galleries Croxteth Hall and Country Park What to watch Amazing Hotels Race Across the World A Place in the Sun Inside the Airport: Behind the Scenes The Hotel Inspector Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild Websites VisitBritain VisitEngland TUI UK National Geographic Travel Airport websites Potential Careers As a fast-growing employment sector there are a wide range of job roles available; here are a selection: Events co-ordinator Travel Agent Tour Guide Airport Customer Service Cruise Ship Staff Cabin Crew Holiday Representative Travel Blogger/Writer
