Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Leeds. Classes run at Garforth Academy. This level 3 BTEC in health and social care course runs full-time over two years, covering 360 guided learning hours. You'll study communication, equality and diversity, and health and safety in care settings, alongside optional units that broaden your knowledge of the sector. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification carries up to 120 UCAS points, so it can support an application to university as well as opening routes into employment. Entry requirements are set by Garforth Academy's Sixth Form; check their website for the specific criteria.
Who this course is for
Two year course ? 360 guided learning hours.
Progression: Employment within the wide range of people based industries e.g. health, education, social care.
Higher Education ? has a value of up to 120 UCAS points, therefore the basis of application to progression to university.
Core:
?Developing effective communications in Health and Social Care
?Equality, diversity and rights in Health and Social Care
?Health, safety and security in Health and Social Care
Optional Units from:
?Development through the life stages
?Sociological perspectives for Health and Social Care
?Psychological perspectives for Health and Social Care
?Exploring personal and professional development
?Health promotion
?Nutrition for Health and Social Care
?Complementary therapies
General Comments:
Each of the units will be assessed internally and moderated by the examining body. All portfolios will expect students to demonstrate a good level of knowledge and understanding. In order to achieve the higher grades, students will be expected to collect and analyse information and data and carry out an evaluation of this. Students will develop high levels of independent skills.
Entry requirements
Please see the Sixth Form website for specific entry criteria here http://www.garforthacademy.org.uk/course_requirements
What you will learn
You'll develop effective communication skills for health and social care settings.
You'll explore equality, diversity and rights in care practice.
You'll learn how to maintain health, safety and security in care environments.
You'll study human development and the factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll examine how care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll apply your learning to real scenarios through optional specialist units.
How you will learn
The course is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance at Garforth Academy. BTEC qualifications are assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations, depending on the unit. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. Assessment methods vary by unit; your tutors will set out the requirements for each piece of work at the start of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Garforth Academy 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.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or school settings.
Support worker: help people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
School support assistant: work alongside teachers in educational settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ route): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: the BTEC carries up to 120 UCAS points, making it a direct route into university-level study.
CIPD Level 3 in People Practice: if you move toward an HR or workforce role within a care organisation.
