Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Wirral. Classes run at Upton Hall School FCJ. This full-time, daytime Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course runs over two years and carries the same size as one A Level. You'll study the knowledge and skills that underpin work in health, care, and social care settings. To join, you'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths at grade 5.
Who this course is for
Equivalent in size to one A Level.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE's at grade 5 or above, including GCSE English and Maths at Grade 5
What you will learn
You'll explore how the human body works and how illness and disease affect it.
You'll examine the values and principles that guide health and social care practice.
You'll study how to communicate effectively with people who use care services.
You'll learn about safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll investigate the factors that affect health and wellbeing across a person's life.
You'll develop understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, then moderated by Pearson. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting written exams. Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Upton Hall School FCJ.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Upton Hall School FCJ 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: work with adults or children in community services.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: assist individuals with learning disabilities to live independently.
What you could study next
Level 3 A Levels: combine with A Levels if you want to apply to university.
T Level in Health (Pearson): a full-time technical route with an industry placement.
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a higher-level vocational route toward management or specialist roles.
Nursing or Social Work degree: university entry for regulated professional roles in the NHS or local authority.
