Level 1 BTEC Subsidiary Award in Personal Growth and Wellbeing course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 36 weeks and covers personal development, wellbeing, and the skills that underpin work in adult social care and youth support settings. It's a strong starting point if you're heading toward roles such as youth support worker. You'll earn a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Subsidiary Award in Personal Growth and Wellbeing certificate on completion. Contact Halesowen College's Admissions team on 0121 602 7777 to find out more about entry requirements and course content.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll explore what personal growth means and how to apply it to your own development.
You'll learn about factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop communication and interpersonal skills relevant to support work.
You'll examine how to set and work toward personal goals.
You'll build an understanding of the values and attitudes that matter in care and support roles.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at Halesowen College during the day. BTEC qualifications are assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the 36 weeks, completing tasks and activities that relate to the units you study. There is no written exam at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth support worker: supporting young people in community or educational settings.
Learning support assistant: helping students in schools or colleges.
Care assistant: providing personal support to adults in care settings.
Community support worker: working with individuals to improve daily wellbeing.
Wellbeing coordinator: organising activities and support in community or residential settings.
What you could study next
Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools: a natural next step if you want to work in education support.
Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care: broadens your options across adult and community care roles.
Level 2 BTEC Award or Certificate in Public Services: relevant if you're interested in community-facing work.
Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care or Youth Work: needed for senior or specialist support roles.
