Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Lewisham. Classes run at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form, with full-time daytime study over two years. You'll cover human lifespan development, anatomy and physiology, public health, safe practice, and how to meet individual care and support needs. Work experience is included as part of the course. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 9 - 4, including Maths and English at grade 4. Assessment combines internally marked tasks and external examinations. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification is equivalent to one A Level.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll study human lifespan development and how it shapes care needs.
You'll explore anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care practice.
You'll examine how to meet individual care and support needs.
You'll learn the principles of safe practice in health and social care settings.
You'll investigate current research in health and social care.
You'll study approaches to promoting public health.
You'll gain practical experience through a work placement as part of the course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form. Assessment is both internal and external: some units are assessed through set tasks marked internally, while others are assessed by external examinations. This mix of coursework and exams reflects the structure of the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTK Emmanuel Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
Support worker: assist individuals with daily living and wellbeing.
Healthcare assistant: work alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or care settings.
Community health worker: support people in non-clinical community roles.
Youth worker: work with young people in support or outreach roles.
What you could study next
Degree in Social Work: the main route into qualified social work practice.
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): leads to NMC registration.
Degree in Midwifery or Paramedic Science: specialist clinical degree routes.
Degree in Occupational Therapy: supports people to live and work independently.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Apprenticeship: earn while you train in a care role.
T Level in Health: a technical alternative combining study with a substantial industry placement.
