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Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Biggleswade for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Healthcare Assistant Courses in Central Bedfordshire.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Biggleswade. Classes run at Stratton School, full-time over two years. The course is for 16 to 19 year olds.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers human development, health and safety, and the principles of care. You'll build both theoretical knowledge and practical skills across a range of units. Topics span the full breadth of health and social care practice.

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

Who this course is for

This course is perfect for those who are passionate about making a difference in people�s lives and are considering a career in healthcare, social work, or related fields. The qualification covers a wide range of topics, including human development, health and safety, and the principles of care. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through engaging coursework and real-world applications.

What you will learn

  • You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
  • You'll explore the principles of care and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll learn health and safety responsibilities in care settings.
  • You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll develop understanding of anatomy and physiology relevant to care roles.
  • You'll investigate the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
  • You'll practise communication skills used in care and support work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Stratton School. Assessment is through coursework assignments and internal assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for most units. Some units may include externally assessed tasks. Your work is marked by tutors and moderated by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

Stratton School will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant, supports adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Support worker, helps people with physical or learning disabilities live independently.
  • Healthcare assistant, works alongside nurses in hospitals or GP surgeries.
  • Nursing, requires a degree-level nursing programme after this qualification.
  • Early years practitioner, works with children in nursery or school 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 covering more specialist units.
  • T Level in Health, a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Health and Social Care, a step toward degree-level study.
  • Nursing or Midwifery degree (Level 6), requires a university application and meets entry requirements for most programmes after this BTEC.
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