Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in South Elmsall. Classes run at Minsthorpe Community College. This full-time, two-year level 3 BTEC in health and social care course covers human development across the life stages, how to meet individual care and support needs, and the principles behind working in health and social care settings. You'll also complete work experience in a health and social care setting. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including a grade 4 in English and maths, to enrol.
Who this course is for
"You will study the following units: Human Life-span Development; Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs; Working in Health and Social Care; Psychological Perspectives. In addition, you will need to carry out some work experience in a Health and Social Care setting throughout your time in P16.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs 9-4 (must include a 4 in English and Maths)
What you will learn
You'll explore human development from birth to old age across all life stages.
You'll study how to meet individual care and support needs in different settings.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities involved in working in health and social care.
You'll examine psychological perspectives and how they apply to care practice.
You'll gain practical experience through work placements in a health and social care setting.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom over two years. In Year 12, one unit is assessed by written examination and one unit is assessed internally. In Year 13, both units are assignment-based and assessed internally. Assessment is a mix of external exams and internally marked coursework assignments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Minsthorpe Community College 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.
Support worker: work with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: provide care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification that counts toward career progression in care roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for university courses in nursing, social work, or allied health.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification if you want to move into more specialist or supervisory roles.
