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Free BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield – Meadowhead School Academy Trust

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Sheffield. Classes run at Meadowhead School Academy Trust. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care classes explore human development, anatomy, mental health, safeguarding, and care values. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification is equivalent in size to three A Levels and is designed to support progression to higher education or employment in the sector. Entry requires 4 - 5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 including English and Maths, plus a Merit or above in a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is intended as an applied general qualification. It is for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the health and social care sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to three A Levels. The qualification develops a deep common core of knowledge, understanding and skills in the sector through mandatory content. It allows learners to focus on a particular aspect of the sector through a selection of optional units, including a route that focuses specifically on health studies.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and Maths. Merit or above in Level 2 Health & Social Care

What you will learn

  • You'll explore human growth and development across the life span.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care practice.
  • You'll examine mental health conditions and approaches to support.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding principles and legislation protecting vulnerable people.
  • You'll develop understanding of person-centred values and professional care practice.
  • You'll investigate health promotion and factors affecting health and wellbeing.
  • You'll build knowledge of how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and delivered full time over two years. Assessment combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are marked by your centre and moderated externally. Some units are assessed through written exams under timed conditions. Your work is graded Pass, Merit, or Distinction, and your overall grade is calculated from results across all units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Meadowhead School 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 homes or at home.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Mental health support worker: work alongside people experiencing mental health difficulties.
  • Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
  • Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
  • Community health worker: deliver health promotion and outreach support.

What you could study next

A level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification at this size is recognised for university entry. You could progress to a Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related health profession. You might also consider a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care, or a degree-level apprenticeship in nursing or social work if you move into employment first.

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