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Free Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Ashby-De-La-Zouch

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Ashby-De-La-Zouch. Classes run at Ashby School 6th Form Campus, full-time over two years.

The course covers human development across the lifespan. You'll also study human biology and the laws that shape health and social care practice. Units build the knowledge you need for university or work in healthcare and social care. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English, to join.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for post-16 students with an interest in the health and social care sector who want to combine practical learning with academic study. It is ideal for those seeking to progress to higher education or graduate-level employment in healthcare science, social sciences, or allied health professions. Students will develop a foundational understanding of human lifespan development, human biology, and core sector legislation. They will gain essential transferable skills, such as professional communication, empathy, and critical thinking, preparing them for the demands of university and future care-giving careers.

Entry requirements

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at a Grade 4 or above. If students have taken Level 2 Health & Social Care they must have attained a P2 or higher If they have not they must have a Grade 4 in an essay based subject such as History or Psychology and a Grade 4 in Science is desirable

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how people develop physically and emotionally across their lives.
  • You'll study human biology and how the body works.
  • You'll learn the key laws and policies that govern health and social care.
  • You'll develop skills for supporting people in care settings.
  • You'll build research and communication skills used in healthcare roles.
  • You'll examine how social factors affect health and wellbeing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, guided study, and practical tasks. The BTEC is assessed mainly through coursework and assignments. Some units include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is built up over the two years, so there is no single final exam for most of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ashby School 6th Form 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.
  • Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside nurses in hospitals or clinics.
  • Early years practitioner, supports children's development in nursery settings.
  • Mental health support worker, assists people managing mental health conditions.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care, a larger qualification for learners wanting more depth before university.
  • BSc Nursing or Midwifery degree, the next step toward becoming a registered nurse.
  • Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care, a two-year higher education route.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care, for those moving directly into a care role.
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