Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Sutton. Classes run at Carshalton High School for Girls. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 to join. The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course runs full-time over two years, covering the knowledge and skills that underpin work in health, care, and social care settings. It's a level 3 btec in health and social care qualification that carries UCAS points, so it can support applications to university as well as entry into care roles.
Who this course is for
Contact provider for more information as this may not be up to date course information.
Entry requirements
5 GSCE Grade 9 to 4
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including person-centred values and safeguarding.
You'll study human biology and how body systems relate to health conditions.
You'll examine the factors that affect health and wellbeing across a person's life.
You'll develop understanding of communication in health and social care contexts.
You'll learn about the roles and responsibilities of professionals working in care settings.
You'll investigate current issues and policy affecting health and social care in the UK.
How you will learn
The BTEC is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom-based learning covers theory and applied case studies. Assignments are completed over the course of each unit and submitted to your teacher for marking. External assessments are sat at set points during the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carshalton High School for Girls 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 learning disabilities or mental health needs
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults in the community
Residential care worker: provide care in a residential or care home setting
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (with a placement): a larger qualification with a substantial industry placement, also at Level 3.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care (Level 4): a higher education route if you want to specialise further without a full degree.
Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: the BTEC National carries UCAS points and is accepted by many universities for health-related degree programmes.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: if you move into work and want a work-based qualification alongside your role.
