Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Brighouse. Classes run at Brighouse Sixth Form Centre. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills behind health and social care practice. You'll study topics including human development, anatomy and physiology, communication, and care values. The Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care qualification is a Pearson Edexcel award that carries weight with both employers and universities. It can open doors to care roles or support an application to a nursing, social work, or allied health degree.
Who this course is for
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https://virtual.brighouse.calderdale.sch.uk
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with service users and colleagues.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin care practice.
You'll investigate health and social care services and how they're organised in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and promoting individual wellbeing.
You'll analyse factors that affect health outcomes, including social and environmental influences.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, then moderated by Pearson. External assessments are sat under exam conditions. Classroom sessions combine taught content, group discussion, case studies, and independent research. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside your exam preparation.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighouse Sixth Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support and personal care.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
Social care administrator: coordinate care plans and liaise with families and services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ-style): the work-based qualification many employers look for in senior care roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: the Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care qualification is widely accepted as a university entry qualification for health-related degrees.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 option if you want to progress without moving straight to a full degree.
