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Free Level 1 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Grays

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 Grays. Classes run at USP College Palmers 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 lifestyles, caring for people, community contribution, and personal progression planning. You'll also study Maths and English if you don't yet hold a GCSE grade 4 or above. Entry requires GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 2 or above, or an equivalent qualification.

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 for health and social care settings.
  • You'll learn how to advise others about healthy lifestyle choices.
  • You'll practise making healthy snacks in a caring context.
  • You'll explore how to contribute to your local community.
  • You'll create a personal progression plan for your future career.
  • You'll build presentation skills, including delivering information to others.
  • You'll study Maths and English to support your wider progress (if not already at GCSE grade 4).

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and community-based projects at college. Units are assessed through coursework, presentations, and written tasks. You'll also take part in CPD days and may attend trips and guest lectures from sectors including social work, recruitment, and apprenticeships. Teaching covers both soft skills, such as communication and motivation, and applied tasks linked to health and social care.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. USP College Palmers 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 at home.
  • Healthcare assistant, assists clinical staff in hospitals or community settings.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Community health worker, promotes healthy living in local communities.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Health and Social Care Qualification, the natural next step and a stronger foundation for care roles.
  • Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care, earn while you learn in a real workplace.
  • Supported Internship, a structured work-based programme for those who want hands-on experience before committing to a full qualification.
  • Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma, needed for senior care or supervisory roles.
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