Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham – Wickersley School and Sixth Form College

Name: Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham – Wickersley School and Sixth Form College
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Sep 2026

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Wickersley School and Sixth Form College. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers health, social care, and early years through applied assignments and scenarios rather than exams alone. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification is designed to sit alongside other Level 3 study and supports progression to university or employment in the sector.

Who this course is for

This course suits post-16 students interested in the Health, Social Care, or Early Years sectors. It's ideal for those who prefer learning through applied scenarios and assignments rather than solely exams. It is perfect to study alongside one or two other A Levels for progression into related university degrees or specialized employment pathways.

What you will learn

You'll explore the principles of health, social care, and early years practice.
You'll examine how individuals are supported across different care settings.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care.
You'll apply knowledge to real scenarios through assignment-based tasks.
You'll analyse factors affecting health and wellbeing across the life course.
You'll build understanding of communication in professional care contexts.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, full time over two years. Assessment is primarily through coursework and assignments rather than exams alone, in line with the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National approach. You'll work through applied scenarios that reflect professional practice in health, social care, and early years settings. Some units include externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wickersley School and Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: working with children in nursery or pre-school settings.
Social care worker: supporting vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Mental health support worker: working alongside mental health teams.
Residential support worker: providing care in residential or supported living settings.

What you could study next

This Extended Certificate is designed to support progression to higher education. You could go on to study a degree in Nursing, Social Work, Midwifery, or Early Childhood Studies. A Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care is another option if you prefer a shorter higher education route. For those moving into work, a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ-style) is the qualification employers look for in senior care roles.

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