During unit 3, students will investigate a range of lifestyle choices and societal factors which influence health and well-being, such as sexual health. You will explore the ways in which ill health, such as sexually transmitted infections, can be prevented and the health promotion methods that are used by health and social care practitioners. You will develop an understanding of the attitudes and prejudices which influence individuals’ health and well-being, such as peer pressure.

This unit is internally assessed and you will be required to participate in a small health promotion campaign in order to raise awareness within a relevant age group. For example, you may produce a campaign against sexually transmitted infections and present it to 16 year olds.