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

Name: Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Lancaster for 16 to 18 Year Olds
Availability: InStock

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds

Duration24 months

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryClassroom based

Start4 Sep 2027

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

Awarding body

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

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC Health and Social Care Course in Lancaster. Classes run at Our Lady's Catholic College, full-time over two years.

The course covers the knowledge and practical skills used across health and social care settings. You'll study topics such as human development, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, communication, and supporting individuals with their needs. Units also explore the values and ethics that shape care practice. The BTEC format is assessed mainly through assignments and projects rather than exams, so your work builds steadily across the two years.

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

Who this course is for

A BTEC in Health and Social Care can give you the practical skills and knowledge to progress to a wide variety of career pathways. It can prepare you for real-life working experiences as includes opportunities to develop a range of skills and attributes essential for successful performance.

Universities and employers value BTEC Nationals highly as they prove you are committed, have robust practical and theoretical academic skills and are prepared for the world of work.

Learners will develop transferable knowledge and skills that prepare them for progression to higher education and apprenticeships.

What you will learn

You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and care settings.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals and colleagues.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin care practice.
You'll develop skills in supporting individuals with their physical and emotional needs.
You'll investigate health and social care services and how they are organised.

How you will learn

The BTEC National is assessed through coursework assignments and projects. There are no traditional written exams for most units. You'll complete tasks set by Pearson Edexcel and submit them for assessment. Some units may include externally assessed tasks. Classes are delivered in the classroom at Our Lady's Catholic College, and you'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

Our Lady's Catholic College will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant, supports people with daily living in care homes or in the community.
Support worker, helps individuals with physical or learning disabilities to 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 childcare settings.
Mental health support worker, assists people with mental health needs in community settings.

What you could study next

Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Health and Social Care, a natural next step into higher education.
Foundation Degree in Nursing or Health Studies (Level 5), leads toward graduate registration.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Social Work (Level 6), required for professional registration with the NMC or Social Work England.
BTEC Higher National Diploma (Level 5) in Health and Social Care, an alternative higher education route.

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