Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Prenton. Classes run at Birkenhead High School Academy. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers job roles, care practices, and treatments for health disorders, with most assessment done through coursework so you can work at your own pace. You'll also complete work experience alongside your studies. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification gives you a grounding in both the theory and practice of health and social care.
Who this course is for
Health and social care is a vocational based subject which allows students to study alongside completing work experience. With the majority of assessment being coursework based it allows students to dedicate time to learning at their own pace. The study of health and social care includes an understanding of job roles and practices as well as specific treatments for health disorders.
What you will learn
You'll explore key job roles and working practices in health and social care settings.
You'll study specific treatments and care approaches for a range of health disorders.
You'll develop your understanding of how care services are organised and delivered.
You'll build knowledge of the values and principles that underpin good care practice.
You'll complete work experience to apply your learning in a real care environment.
How you will learn
Most of your assessment is coursework based, giving you time to develop and demonstrate your knowledge at your own pace. You'll attend classroom sessions at Birkenhead High School Academy and complete work experience placements alongside your studies. Assessment is through Pearson Edexcel coursework units, with some externally assessed components as required by the BTEC National specification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Birkenhead High School Academy 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.
Mental health support worker: work with people experiencing mental health conditions.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and support.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want to go deeper before applying to university.
T Level in Health (Pearson): a two-year technical qualification with an extended industry placement, recognised for university entry.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or senior support roles.
Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: university courses that this qualification can support applications to.
