Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Tenterden. Classes run at Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre. This full-time, two-year Pearson Edexcel qualification covers the knowledge and skills behind health, care, and social support services. You'll study topics such as human development, anatomy and physiology, health promotion, and working in care settings. To apply, you'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Science. The course starts in Year 12 in September 2026.
Who this course is for
This course is open to ambitious and enthusiastic students who will be starting Year 12 in September 2026 and who meet the entry requirements. All applicants must have selected the equivalent of 3 Level 3 courses which must be chosen from different option blocks which can be found on our website.
Entry requirements
Students applying for this course must have a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Science.
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 practice.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn about safeguarding, person-centred values, and professional ethics in care settings.
You'll develop skills in health promotion and understanding factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll practise communicating effectively with individuals in care contexts.
You'll analyse the impact of legislation and policy on health and social care practice.
How you will learn
The BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed over the course of each unit and marked by your centre. External assessments test core knowledge under timed conditions. Classroom sessions cover both theory and applied case-study work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: working alongside people with mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: working in nursery or childcare settings.
Social care worker: supporting vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Residential support worker: providing care in supported living or residential homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want to go deeper before applying to university.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education without a full degree.
Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: many universities accept the BTEC National for entry onto undergraduate health programmes.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: the work-based route if you move directly into a care role.
