Free BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Sefton Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec health and social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people with health conditions. The course runs for 70 weeks. A btec health and social care qualification at this level is well-suited to those heading into roles such as care assistant or looking to progress to higher study in health or social care.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how health conditions affect individuals and their care needs.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to supporting people in care settings.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in health and social care.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll build skills in communicating effectively with people who use care services.
You'll learn how to assess and respond to the physical and emotional needs of individuals.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Sefton Sixth Form College. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Certificate combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Assignments are set and marked by the centre; external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for all units. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside completing the externally assessed components.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Sefton Sixth Form 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.
Support worker: work with adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings.
Community care worker: provide care and support in people's own homes.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ-style): a work-based qualification that many employers require for senior care roles and career progression.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification for those wanting to move into supervisory or management roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: university-level study for those aiming toward registered professional roles.
