Free BTEC Level 2 Personal Growth and Wellbeing Course in Southampton

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Personal Growth and Wellbeing Course in Southampton. Classes run at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Southampton, full-time during the day. This is a 35-week course designed for the 16 to 18 years old study programme. The Pearson Edexcel level 2 BTEC personal growth and wellbeing qualification covers how to understand yourself, manage your wellbeing, and develop the skills that support everyday life and work. It is a strong foundation if you are considering further study in health, social care, or related areas.

Who this course is for

16-18 Study Programme

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how personal identity and self-awareness shape your choices and relationships.
  • You'll develop strategies for managing your mental and emotional wellbeing.
  • You'll learn how to set goals and plan your own personal development.
  • You'll examine how relationships, communication, and social factors affect wellbeing.
  • You'll build skills for making informed decisions about health and lifestyle.
  • You'll reflect on your own strengths and areas for growth.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Southampton. Assessment is through coursework and assignments rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the 35 weeks, completing units that are assessed by your tutor and moderated by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Southampton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Support worker: assisting people in community or residential settings
  • Healthcare assistant: supporting patients in NHS or private care
  • Youth worker: working with young people in community programmes
  • Teaching assistant: supporting pupils in schools and colleges
  • Mental health support worker: helping people manage day-to-day challenges
  • Care assistant: providing personal care and support to adults

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC in Health and Social Care: a natural next step if you want to work in care or go on to university.
  • Level 3 BTEC in Applied Psychology: builds on the self-awareness and behavioural themes from this course.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a work-based route toward roles in adult or children's care services.