Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Telford. Classes run at Thomas Telford School. This Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care course runs full-time over two years, with daytime classes. You'll study human development, health conditions, care values, and how health and social care services work in practice. Entry requires 6 GCSEs at grades 5 to 9, including grade 5 or above in a science subject, English Language, and Maths. The Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
Who this course is for
Sixth Form Students
Entry requirements
6 GCSEs (Grade 9 - 5) including Grade 5 in any science subject, English Language and Mathematics
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how physical and mental health conditions affect people's lives.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin care practice.
You'll learn how health and social care services are organised and funded in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and promoting individual wellbeing.
You'll analyse factors that affect health, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
How you will learn
Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Internally assessed work is marked by your centre and moderated by Pearson. External units are assessed through set tasks or exams. Classroom sessions cover theory, case studies, and discussion. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting the external assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Thomas Telford School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: working in nurseries or children's centres.
Community care worker: providing care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: supporting residents in care homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that broadens your study and strengthens university applications.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course designed to prepare adults for university study in nursing, midwifery, or allied health.
Degree-level study: nursing, social work, occupational therapy, or public health at university. Many universities accept the BTEC National alongside or instead of A Levels.
