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Free BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Norwich – Hellesdon High School

CostFREE
Duration176 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Norwich. Classes run at Hellesdon High School. This level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification is equivalent to one A Level and runs full-time during the day. You'll cover four units: Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs, and Physiological Disorders and their Care. The course runs to 176 hours. Entry requires a minimum of 6 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 or above; check the Hellesdon High School prospectus for full details.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is an applied general qualification equivalent to one A Level. Learners taking this qualification will study three mandatory units:

  • Human Lifespan Development
  • Working in Health and Social Care
  • Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs.

In addition, students will study the following unit:

  • Physiological Disorders and their Care

Entry requirements

A minimum of 6 GCSEs (or equivalent) to start on 4 A/S Levels. These must be from at least 4 separate courses, with 4 GCSEs at A*-C and English & maths at grade 4 or better. For Course specific entry requirements, please see prospectus subject leaflet or Hellesdon High School's website or speak to a member of the Sixth Form Team at Hellesdon.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how people develop physically, intellectually, emotionally, and socially across their lifespan.
  • You'll examine the roles, responsibilities, and values of people working in health and social care settings.
  • You'll study how care and support needs are assessed and met for individuals.
  • You'll investigate physiological disorders, their causes, and how they are managed and treated.
  • You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
  • You'll build knowledge of legislation, policies, and ethical issues relevant to health and social care.

How you will learn

The Pearson Edexcel BTEC uses a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed examinations. Some units are assessed through assignments and portfolio work marked by the centre; others are assessed through written exams set and marked by Pearson. Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Hellesdon High School during the day.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hellesdon High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults or older people with daily living.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
  • Community care worker: provide care and support in people's own homes.
  • Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.

What you could study next

A level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification opens several routes forward. You could progress to a Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC or HND) in Health and Social Care. Many universities also accept this qualification for entry onto nursing, social work, or health sciences degree programmes. For those moving into management, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care is a recognised next step.

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