Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Wolverhampton. Classes run at Wednesfield High Specialist Engineering Academy. This full-time, daytime Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course covers human lifespan development, working in health and social care settings, and meeting individual care and support needs. The course takes two years and is a strong route into roles such as care assistant. Entry requires five GCSE strong passes, including a grade 6 or above in English and a Merit or above in Health and Social Care.
Who this course is for
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care gives you the opportunity to investigate the working environments of the health and social care sector. Students will develop their personal skills in human life span development, working in health and social care and meeting individual care and support needs.
Entry requirements
5 GSCE strong passes including a grade 6 or above in English and a Merit grade or above in Health and Social Care.
What you will learn
You'll explore how people develop across the human lifespan, from birth to old age.
You'll examine the working environments and values of the health and social care sector.
You'll develop skills in supporting individuals to meet their care and support needs.
You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll build your understanding of safeguarding, person-centred care, and professional practice.
You'll apply your learning through independent study and wider reading alongside classroom work.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Internally assessed work is set and marked by your tutors. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll be expected to complete at least five hours of independent study per subject each week alongside classroom sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Wednesfield High Specialist Engineering Academy 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.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
Support worker: work with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery settings.
Residential care worker: provide care in residential or supported living homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that strengthens your university application or broadens your knowledge.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course recognised by UK universities, suited to those aiming for nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification for those moving directly into a care role.
