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BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Tamworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Support Work Courses in Tamworth.

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About this course

Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Tamworth. Classes run at Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form. This is a full-time, daytime Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care qualification, studied over two years. You'll explore both health care and social care, covering hospital and GP services, residential care, nursing, and more. You need GCSE grade 4 in English, Maths and Science to enrol. The course suits those who want to understand the sector before moving into work or further study.

Who this course is for

This qualification aims to provide an introduction to study of the sector and is for the student interested in learning about the health and social care sector as part of a balanced study programme.

The health and social care sector comprises two sub sectors: health care and social care. Health care encompasses all hospital activities, medical nursing homes and GP services, for example. The social care sector includes residential nursing care, residential nursing facilities, residential care facilities, domiciliary care and social work. Students are able to progress into work in the sector through degree programmes in nursing, midwifery, social work, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and pharmacy, for example. There are more than three hundred distinct career paths in the NHS.

The sector is a major employer; employing with almost four million people across the UK.

Entry requirements

GCSE grade 4 in English, Maths and Science

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how health care services such as hospitals, GP practices, and nursing homes are organised and delivered.
  • You'll examine the social care sector, including residential care and nursing facilities.
  • You'll study the needs of individuals who use health and social care services.
  • You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and person-centred values in care settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of human biology and its relevance to health and care practice.
  • You'll investigate the factors that affect health and wellbeing across the lifespan.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations, depending on the units. Assignment work is completed over time and marked by your tutors, while exams test your knowledge at set points during the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Landau Forte Academy Tamworth Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community services.
  • Support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Nursery assistant: care for young children in early years settings.
  • Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care 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 opens more job roles.
  • T Level in Health (Pearson): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, recognised for university entry.
  • Degree in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: universities accept this BTEC as part of entry requirements for health-related degrees.
  • Higher Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care: combine work and study at Level 4 or 5.
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