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Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Isleworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds – The Green School Sixth Form

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration22 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Support Work Courses in Hounslow.

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About this course

Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Isleworth. Classes run at The Green School Sixth Form, full-time over 22 months.

The course covers six units. You'll study the principles of health and social care, anatomy and physiology, and person-centred approaches to care. You'll also explore mental health, sexual health and pregnancy, and healthy nutrition. Assessment combines internal assignments and external exams.

You'll need GCSE English at Grade 4 and an average point score of 4.0 to join. You finish with the OCR Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate), equivalent to one A Level.

Who this course is for

Health & Social Care will prepare you for a career in one of the wide range of related professions.

The BTEC course has a very strong focus on the health and well-being of individuals within society.

It is designed to stimulate and challenge students. It is assessed through a combination of internal assignments and external exams. These activities are enjoyable, interactive and suitable for all learning styles.

Entry requirements

GCSE English Grade 4

APS 4.0

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of health and social care practice.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care.
  • You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches to care.
  • You'll develop knowledge of supporting people with mental health conditions.
  • You'll understand sexual health, pregnancy, and postnatal health needs.
  • You'll examine how to support healthy nutrition and lifestyles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, interactive activities, and assignments. The course is assessed through a mix of internal assignments and external exams. Both are designed to suit different learning styles. You may also take part in conferences, visits, and talks from guest speakers. Work experience in health and social care settings may be available.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Green School Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Healthcare assistant, supporting patients in hospitals or community settings.
  • Care assistant, helping people with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Support worker, working with adults or young people with additional needs.
  • Early years practitioner, working in nurseries or children's centres.
  • Mental health support worker, assisting people managing mental health conditions.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Social Work, this qualification meets UCAS entry requirements for related degrees.
  • A degree in Early Years Education, for those interested in working with children.
  • Higher apprenticeships in health and social care, combining work and further study at Level 4 or above.
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