Free BTEC in Health and Social Care in Walsall. Classes run at West Walsall E-ACT Academy, part-time during the day. The course takes 2 years and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study topics including human development, anatomy and physiology, communication, and safeguarding. A level 3 BTEC in health and social care qualification opens doors to roles such as care assistant, as well as routes into further study in nursing, social work, and related fields.
Who this course is for
This course is for students who want to continue studying biology after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing biology because you're headed for a healthcare or scientific career, though it will give you a set of skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. This course links well with most other A level subjects but particularly with those such as Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography and Psychology.
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 practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals in care settings.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine health and wellbeing, including factors that affect people's health.
You'll develop knowledge of values and ethics in care work.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Certificate is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams or tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Internally assessed units are completed through coursework and projects. External assessments test your knowledge under set conditions. Classes are delivered in the classroom at West Walsall E-ACT Academy.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Walsall E-ACT Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with daily living in care or home 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 in mental health services.
Residential care worker: live-in or shift-based support in residential homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers look for in senior care roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course that prepares you for university applications in nursing, midwifery, or social work.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification available at many colleges.
