Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Benfleet. Classes run at The King John School Benfleet. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills behind health and social care practice. You'll explore topics such as human development, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, and working in care settings. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSE grade 4s or equivalent. The level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
Post 16
Entry requirements
Minimum of four 4 grades at GCSE or equivalent.
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care.
You'll learn about safeguarding and protecting individuals in care settings.
You'll examine health and social care values, including person-centred approaches.
You'll develop understanding of mental health, dementia, and long-term conditions.
You'll investigate the structure and provision of health and social care services in the UK.
You'll build skills in communication within professional care contexts.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, full time across two years. Assessment combines internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations, as is standard for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National. Assignments are set and marked by the centre; exams are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting written exams at key points in the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The King John School Benfleet will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support in community settings.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
Social care administrator: coordinate care services and records in a care organisation.
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.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course designed for adults moving into university-level health study.
Degree in Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy: the Extended Certificate can support a UCAS application for health-related degrees.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based NVQ-style qualification for those moving directly into a care role.
