This module meets the Care Certificate Standards: 4. Equality and Diversity; 5. Working in a person-centred way; 8. Fluids and Nutrition; 9. Awareness of mental health, dementia and learning disability; 15. Infection Prevention and Control.



This module aims to develop your understanding of the individual from a biological, psychological and sociological perspective

You will explore normal physical, psychological and sociological development across the lifespan

This will include the anatomy and physiology of the bodily systems, their organisation and the achievement of homeostasis. Systems will include cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, integumentary, musculoskeletal, endocrine, nervous, gastrointestinal, lymphatic and reproductive.

An introduction to psychology and psychological theories, including cognitive, social, humanistic, development and behaviourist theories

An introduction to sociology exploring definitions of sociology, social perspectives, values and social norms, diversity and inclusion exploring culture and society, families, race, religion and ethnicity, disability, social class, stratification and inequality, poverty, welfare and social exclusion.

An assignment of 1500 words weighted at 50% (addressing LO's 2 and 3)
45 minutes MCQ examination weighted at 50% (addressing LO 1)
An essay that addresses one area of Health and Social Science-Psychology or Sociology. Include a definition and a discussion of the topic (addressing LO's 2 and 3)

Additional Assessment Details (include formative feedback / assessment):
In class and VLE based tests, one formative examination and feedback via class based activities and tutorials
Tutorials feedback on written assignment plan and draft work

The VLE Blackboard will provide a structured framework for the delivery of this module. A blended learning approach is adopted, which consists of directed and independent study. The module is designed to allow some flexibility in approach to remain responsive to student’s identified needs, but activity will broadly consist of the following:

Contact Hours: (80)

35 hours interactive lectures

35 hours workshops and seminars

10 hours group and individual tutorials



Independent Study Hours: (320)

200 hours independent reading

40 hours Blackboard activities

50 hours preparation for tutorials

30 hours examination preparation

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology of the human body

Knowledge & Understanding, Learning

2. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychology and psychological theories

Knowledge & Understanding, Learning

3. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of sociology and sociological theories.

Knowledge & Understanding, Learning

IT equipment

Access to internet

Library

Marieb, E. and Keller, S. (2021) Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology, Global Edition (13th Ed). Pearson.

Giddens, A. and Sutton, P.W. (2021). Sociology (9th Ed). Cambridge: Polity Press.

Gross, R. (2020) Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour (8th Ed). London: Hodder Education.

Peate, I. and Evans, S. (2020) Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology: For Nursing and Healthcare Students. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell.

Brassett, C., Evans, E. and Fay, I. (2017) The Secret Language of Anatomy. Lotus Publishing.

This module aims to develop your understanding of the individual across the lifespan from a biological, psychological and sociological perspective. This will include the anatomy and physiology of the bodily systems, an introduction to psychological theories and social perspectives including values and social norms, diversity and inclusion exploring culture and society, families, race, religion and ethnicity, disability, social class, stratification and inequality, poverty, welfare and social exclusion. Employer networking events and careers fairs will offer opportunities to speak directly with future employers and previous graduates will share their learning journeys, offering different perspectives and views.