Curriculum

Topics for study are:
  • Parenthood
  • Pregnancy
  • Diet, health and care of the child
  • Development of the child
  • Support for the parent and child
Each candidate must complete:
  • A portfolio of notes to reflect the two year course
  • Two pieces of coursework – a child study and research task
 
Assessment
 
Written paper- 1½hour exam 40% of GCSE grade
 
Coursework – 60% of total GCSE grade
 
Coursework is produced under controlled conditions
*Research Task- set by the exam board 20% of coursework grade
*Child Study - 40% of coursework grade
 
During the course, students will be required to complete end of topic tests to help them to identify any areas where improvement is needed to achieve target grade.