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BTEC in Health and Social Care Course in Altrincham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Support Work Courses in Trafford.

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About this course

Free BTEC in Health and Social Care Course in Altrincham. Classes run at Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College, full-time over two years.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study topics such as human development, health promotion, and how care services are organised. Assessment combines practical tasks and written work, so you can show your abilities in different ways. Entry requires a grade 5 in GCSE English Language or Literature, a grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics, and a grade 5 in Core Science.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care.

Who this course is for

The new BTEC Nationals in Health and Social Care use a combination of assessment styles to give students confidence that they can apply their knowledge to succeed in the workplace and also have the study skills to continue learning on higher education courses. This range of vocational assessments (both practical and written) mean students can showcase their learning and achievements to best effect when ?they take their next step, whether that's supporting applications to higher education courses or potential employers.

Entry requirements

A grade 5 in GCSE English Language or Literature and Mathematics and a grade 5 in Core Science is required.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
  • You'll study how health and social care services are structured and delivered.
  • You'll learn about factors that affect health and wellbeing.
  • You'll develop skills in applying care values and professional practice.
  • You'll practise communicating effectively in care settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of health promotion and public health approaches.
  • You'll complete both practical and written assessments to demonstrate your learning.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and vocational assessments. Assessment combines practical tasks and written assignments. This range of methods lets you demonstrate knowledge and applied skills. Some units are assessed internally through coursework. Others are assessed through external examinations set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

Blessed Thomas Holford Catholic College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care settings.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning needs.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Nursery worker, cares for and supports young children.
  • Nurse, requires a nursing degree and registration with the NMC after this qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before higher education.
  • Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care (Level 5), a work-based higher education route into senior roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Social Work (Level 6), the route to professional registration in those fields.
  • Higher National Certificate in Health and Social Care (Level 4), a shorter higher education step after completing this BTEC.
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