Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Bristol. Classes run at Meadowbrook Primary School Olympus Academy Trust. This level 3 BTEC in health and social care course covers human development, health principles, and practical skills across health, social care, and early years settings. You'll need a grade 4 or above in GCSE English to apply. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit. The course runs full-time over two years. It carries the same UCAS points as one A Level, so it can support university applications as well as employment.
Who this course is for
Health and Social Care offers you the chance to explore the subject through practical application developing a logical approach to aspects of human development as well as enhancing your ability to understand principles
of health. The course aims to introduce you to a wide variety of experiences in the health, social care and early year’s sectors. The qualification is equivalent to 1 A level and will build and develop the necessary practical skills and
understanding to provide learners with a firm grounding in the principles of health and social care, enabling progression into employment or higher level
education.
Entry requirements
4 in English
What you will learn
You'll explore human development across different life stages.
You'll study the principles and values that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll develop practical skills relevant to working in health, social care, and early years settings.
You'll build your understanding of how care services are organised and delivered.
You'll examine factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll apply your learning through practical tasks and real scenarios.
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 your centre and moderated by Pearson. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson. Classroom sessions give you the opportunity to apply concepts through practical tasks and discussion alongside your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Meadowbrook Primary School Olympus Academy Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with daily living in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare.
Social care worker: provide support to vulnerable adults or young people.
Mental health support worker: assist people living with mental health conditions.
Residential support worker: provide care in residential or supported living homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health (Pearson): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, equivalent to three A Levels.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study, often supported by this BTEC's UCAS points.
CIPD Level 3 or nursing access courses: if you want to move into HR within health settings or progress toward nurse training.
