Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Award in Health and Social Care Course in Birkenhead. Classes run at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. This Pearson Edexcel btec introductory award in health and social care qualification introduces the knowledge and values that underpin work in care settings. The course runs full-time during the day and covers around 70 hours of study. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right starting point for you. The programme can also include work experience, Functional Skills, and employability support alongside your main qualification.
Who this course is for
16-19
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care and what they mean in practice.
You'll learn about the values and attitudes expected in care roles.
You'll develop an understanding of how to communicate with people who use care services.
You'll look at health, safety, and safeguarding in care environments.
You'll gain awareness of individual needs and how care is planned around them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead. Assessment for the BTEC Introductory Award is through internally assessed assignments and practical tasks rather than exams. Your work is assessed by your tutor and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. The programme may also include work experience placements to support your learning in real care settings.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Morthyng Vocational College Birkenhead will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level support role in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Personal assistant: providing one-to-one support to an individual in the community.
Nursery assistant: supporting children's care and development in early years settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care: the natural next step, covering care practice in more depth and recognised by employers for entry-level care roles.
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader qualification that can support progression toward a care assistant or support worker role.
Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2: useful alongside any health and social care qualification if you need to meet employer requirements.
