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Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hull for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St. Mary’s Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Support Work Courses in Hull.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Hull. Classes run at St. Mary's Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull. This two-year, full-time daytime course is for students aged 16 to 19 who want to progress to a higher apprenticeship or university. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification covers the knowledge and skills that underpin professional work in health and care settings. It carries UCAS points, making it a recognised route into degree-level study.

Who this course is for

This Level 3 AAQ Extended Certificate is for students aged 16-19 looking to pursue a high-level apprenticeship or University study.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing, and human development across the life span.
  • You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
  • You'll examine the values and ethics that guide professional practice in care settings.
  • You'll develop understanding of anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
  • You'll analyse the impact of social factors on health outcomes.
  • You'll build skills in research, case study analysis, and written communication relevant to health and care.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining written assignments, research tasks, and practical case studies. Assessment is primarily through coursework and internally assessed units, with some externally assessed components set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for every unit, but externally assessed tasks are completed under timed conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St. Mary's Voluntary Catholic Academy Hull 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 or children with additional needs.
  • Early years practitioner: supporting children's development in nursery or school settings.
  • Mental health support worker: providing day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.

What you could study next

A level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification opens several routes forward. You could apply for a degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related health profession. A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care is another option if you prefer a more vocational degree-level route. Some learners use the UCAS points from this qualification to enter a degree-level apprenticeship in nursing or healthcare management.

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