Free BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Hereford – Hereford Sixth Form College
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Hereford. Classes run at Hereford Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec in health and social care course takes two years to complete. You'll study human development, anatomy and physiology, health promotion, and how care services are organised in the UK. The course covers both health and social care settings, giving you a broad foundation for work or further study. It's a strong route into roles such as care assistant, support worker, or healthcare assistant, and it can also lead to university.
Who this course is for
See website https://www.hereford.ac.uk/courses
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life span.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin care practice.
You'll learn about health promotion and factors affecting wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care.
You'll investigate how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
You'll build communication skills used in care settings.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Internally assessed units are marked by the college and moderated by Pearson. Externally assessed units are sat under exam conditions. You'll complete coursework tasks, case studies, and written assignments throughout the two years, alongside your classroom learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereford Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults or children with additional needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings.
Mental health support worker: support people with mental health conditions.
Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want more depth before applying to university.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route, often available part-time.
BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: degree-level study leading to professional registration.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based NVQ-style qualification for those already employed in care.
