Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Northampton. Classes run at Kingsthorpe College. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, plus a merit in Health and Social Care at KS4. The course takes two years full time and covers a broad range of health and social care topics, building the knowledge you need to move into the sector or progress to higher education. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec national in health and social care qualification is the Extended Certificate, studied as a two-year programme.
Who this course is for
The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) allows students to engage in a broad investigation of various aspects of the health and social care sector.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above. A merit at KS4 study in Health and Social Care
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin care practice, including person-centred approaches.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll investigate factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care settings.
You'll analyse how communication supports effective care relationships.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kingsthorpe College. Assessment combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. The Extended Certificate includes 360 guided learning hours across the two-year programme. Your assignments will be marked against set criteria, and external assessments test your knowledge under timed conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingsthorpe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: help vulnerable adults or children in community services.
Mental health support worker: work alongside mental health teams.
Early years practitioner: support children's development in nursery or school settings.
Residential support worker: provide care in supported living environments.
What you could study next
A level 3 btec national in health and social care classes background opens several routes into higher education and professional training.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the Extended Certificate supports UCAS applications and university entry.
Nursing Associate or Nursing Degree (NMC-registered): for those aiming toward a clinical career.
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory roles in the sector.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: if you want to specialise in working with children.
