Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Shifnal. Classes run at Idsall School, with full-time daytime study over two years. This Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course covers the knowledge and skills needed for careers in nursing, midwifery, social work, and related fields. It also meets general entry requirements for Higher Education, making it a solid route toward university. The Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care qualification is assessed through a mix of coursework and exams across the two years.
Who this course is for
The course is beneficial to those students who are considering a career in the Health or Social Care sector. For example, nursing, midwifery, social work, teaching. It also supports general entry requirements for applying for Higher Education.
Entry requirements
Students must achieve a grade total of at least 8 in English Language and Mathematics, with no grade less than a 4. Students must achieve a grade 5 in subjects they want to continue at A Level, except in English Language and Mathematics. An average point score of 4.5 is required.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including how services are organised and delivered.
You'll study human biology and how the body functions across the lifespan.
You'll examine the social and psychological factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, ethics, and professional values in care settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals who use care services.
You'll build knowledge of public health, health promotion, and disease prevention.
You'll analyse case studies and real scenarios to apply theory to practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Idsall School through a combination of taught sessions, independent study, and coursework assignments. Assessment is a mix of internally assessed units, marked by your teachers, and externally assessed components set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting written exams for certain units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Idsall School 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.
Social care worker: help vulnerable adults or children in community services.
Nursery worker: support children's development in early years settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Community health worker: deliver health promotion and outreach support.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing: the Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care classes meet typical university entry requirements for nursing programmes.
BSc Social Work: a recognised route into a degree-level social work qualification.
BSc Midwifery: for those aiming toward a career in maternity care.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option if a full degree isn't the immediate goal.
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route with strong employer recognition.
