Free BTEC in Health and Social Care classes in Oxted. Classes run at Oxted School, full-time during the day. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 5 to be considered for a place. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed across the health and social care sector, using assignment work set in realistic vocational contexts. It prepares you for further training, higher education, or employment in care. The course runs over approximately five hours of timetabled study per week.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care aims to provide a broad educational base for further training, further education and employment within the Health and Social Care sector. The qualifications will develop learners' abilities through the knowledge and skills gained in different parts of the programme. The vocational context of the qualification is key to effective delivery and this can be provided through assignment briefs that provide learners with realistic, work-based scenarios and projects. This course introduces students to key concepts and a body of knowledge that will provide them with an invaluable perspective of issues in health and social care. It consists of four units, three of which are mandatory and one optional unit. Two of the mandatory units are externally assessed/ examined units.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs 9-5
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including how services are organised and delivered.
You'll study human biology and how physical and mental health conditions affect people's lives.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals in care settings.
You'll examine safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll develop understanding of equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care.
You'll apply your knowledge through assignment work based on realistic care scenarios.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Oxted School. Assessment is through internally marked assignments, which are set in vocational contexts to reflect real situations in health and social care. There are no written exams for all units; some units may include externally assessed tasks depending on the Pearson Edexcel specification for this qualification. Your work is submitted as assignments throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Oxted School 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.
Support worker: work with adults or children with additional needs.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health conditions.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want more depth before applying to university.
T Level in Health (available at some colleges): a two-year technical qualification that includes an industry placement.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: the next step into higher education for roles such as registered nurse or social worker.
