Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Aylesbury. Classes run at The Grange School. This full-time daytime Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course covers contemporary issues across health care and social care sectors, preparing you for work in roles where demand for skilled workers is high. The course takes 15 months to complete. Entry requires a minimum of five GCSEs at Level 4 or above, including Level 4 in English Language.
Who this course is for
The course aims to develop and sustain an interest in contemporary issues relating to the health care, social care and related vocational sectors. The focus for these sectors is to give individuals in society more independence, choice and control. This means there is a high demand for well-trained and multi-skilled workers, providing a range of rewarding employment opportunities. Successful completion of the course will enable access into these employment sectors. Furthermore, it will facilitate progression into higher education and further training pathways. It is expected that the course will help to develop transferable skills including those of effective communication, team-working, self-management and independent enquiry; all of which are desirable for employment in any sector and for further study.
Entry requirements
You will need to have gained a minimum of five GCSEs at Level 4 or above, including a Level 4 in English Language. If a BTEC qualification is being used to satisfy part of this requirement, it should have been passed at a merit or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin person-centred care.
You'll study human growth, development, and the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll analyse contemporary issues and policy developments in health and social care.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care settings.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
You'll investigate the role of multi-agency working in supporting individuals.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate uses a mix of internally assessed assignments and at least one externally assessed unit. Classroom sessions cover theory and case studies. You'll produce written assignments, reports, and research tasks assessed by your tutors, alongside externally set and marked assessments completed under timed conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Grange School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in 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 care and independence support.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or care settings.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
What you could study next
Level 3 A Level (Psychology, Biology, Sociology): combine with your BTEC for a broader sixth-form programme or to strengthen a university application.
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a higher-level vocational route into management or specialist roles.
Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: many universities accept this BTEC National as part of entry requirements for healthcare degree programmes.
