Free BTEC in Health and Social Care at Moseley School in Birmingham. This full-time daytime course runs over two years and is open to 16 to 19 year olds with an English GCSE at grade 4 or above. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people's health and wellbeing. It's a recognised route toward roles such as care assistant and a strong foundation for further study in health or social care.
Who this course is for
16-19 year olds
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how physical and mental health conditions affect people's lives.
You'll learn how care values and person-centred approaches are applied in practice.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and funded in the UK.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn how to support people's health, wellbeing, and independence.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based at Moseley School, with a mix of taught sessions, group work, and independent study. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting written exams for the externally assessed units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Moseley School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care.
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 for adults with learning disabilities.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's own homes.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or childcare settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want to go deeper before applying to university.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for degree-level study in nursing, social work, or allied health if you're not taking the A-level route.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification if you move into a care role and want a vocational NVQ-style credential alongside employment.
