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Free Level 1 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Benfleet

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start10 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Benfleet. Classes run at USP College Seevic Campus, full-time during the day. The course is funded for 16 to 18 year olds.

Over one year, you'll build the communication, planning, and presentation skills that health and social care roles need. Units cover healthy lifestyle advice, caring for people, community contribution, and developing a personal progression plan. You'll also study Maths and English alongside the vocational content.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Award in Health and Social Care at Level 1.

Who this course is for

Level 1 Health & Social Care is an ideal course for a school leaver and is designed as an introduction to college and will focus on the personal, social and employability skills you will need to progress to further study in the healthcare sector (Level 2 Health & Social Care). Applicants also have the opportunity to progress onto employment-based programmes such as the Supported Internship course or an Apprenticeship in healthcare.

Entry requirements

Grade 2 or above in GCSE English Language and Maths (or equivalent) Age 16/17 years Applicants should have a keen interest in a career in the healthcare sector and be prepared to, at times, take part in practical based activities.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop communication and planning skills used in health and social care settings.
  • You'll learn how to advise others about healthy lifestyles.
  • You'll practise making healthy snacks when caring for people.
  • You'll explore how to contribute to your community through practical projects.
  • You'll create and present a personal progression plan.
  • You'll build reflective skills and learn how to deliver presentations.
  • You'll gain an understanding of branding a healthy product.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and community-based projects. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than exams. You'll take part in CPD days and may attend trips and guest lectures from sectors including social work and apprenticeships. Maths and English are taught alongside the main course content.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Seevic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care homes or in the community.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside nurses and clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Support worker, helps adults or young people with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Community health worker, delivers health information and support in local settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, the natural next step and the one this course is designed to lead into.
  • Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care, letting you earn while you train in a real workplace.
  • Supported Internship, a structured work placement programme for those who want hands-on experience before committing to a full qualification.
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