Free BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College
CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Queen Alexandra College. This full-time daytime course is designed for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties who have an Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plan, or who apply directly to the college for an initial assessment. The level 3 BTEC health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. It runs over 12 months and forms part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support.
Who this course is for
Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
Entry requirements
High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD
What you will learn
You'll develop understanding of human growth, development, and wellbeing across the life span.
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and social needs.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll build knowledge of person-centred approaches to care.
You'll examine health promotion and the factors that affect people's health.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to care settings.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Queen Alexandra College, with specialist support and therapies integrated into your study programme. The BTEC is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete coursework, projects, and written tasks throughout the year rather than sitting a single end-of-year exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College 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.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
Support worker: work with adults or young people with additional needs.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for mental health service users.
Residential childcare worker: support children and young people in care homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care: the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, for those moving into further study.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification that can lead to degree-level study or supervisory roles in care.
