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BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Bracknell for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Ranelagh School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Bracknell.

About this course

Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Bracknell. Classes run at Ranelagh School. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or equivalent to apply. This level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification covers anatomy and physiology, the impact of illness on individuals, and how health and social care services work. The course takes two years full-time, with daytime classes. Assessment is flexible, drawing on methods that suit different strengths. It opens routes into care roles and higher education.

Who this course is for

This is a broad-based qualification in Health and Social Care which offers candidates the ability to interact with the health and social care sectors. It explores the anatomy and physiology of body systems and the impact of illness on individuals. The course provides candidates with a choice of assessment methods suitable for their needs and strengths, as well as an excellent opportunity to pursue a particular vocational pathway.

This qualification is a two-year BTEC course which is equivalent to one A level. There are a variety of assessment methods including both examined and written coursework.

When students pass the course, they are awarded a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*, giving UCAS tariff points equivalent to E, C, A and A* grades respectively at A Level. The qualification will be appropriate for entry on to the majority of university courses.

Entry requirements

Prospective students are expected to achieve five 5 grades or equivalent at GCSE.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the body's systems work and how illness affects them.
  • You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll examine the needs of individuals using health and social care services.
  • You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, values, and professional practice in care settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of human development across the life span.
  • You'll apply your learning through a choice of assessment methods suited to your strengths.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Ranelagh School, with a mix of taught sessions and independent work. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC format uses a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Assessment methods are varied, giving you options that play to your strengths. Some units are assessed through written tasks and coursework; others through external exams set by Pearson.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ranelagh School 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.
  • Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support in mental health services.
  • Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's care settings.
  • Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or young people in the community.

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.
  • T Level in Health: a technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, also recognised for university entry.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) or degree in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: the next step if you're heading into a regulated health profession.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: if you move into work and want a vocational qualification alongside employment.

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