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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Tonbridge – Hillview School for Girls

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Tonbridge. Classes run at Hillview School for Girls. Entry requires at least grade 4 in English Language and Maths, plus three other GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a Science GCSE at grade 4 or above. Over two years of full-time daytime study, you'll cover health and social care responsibilities, legislation, human development, and common illnesses and diseases. The level 3 BTEC National in health and social care qualification supports progression to higher education in health, nursing, and social care.

Who this course is for

The Extended Certificate is for students who are interested in learning about the health and social care sector alongside other fields of study. The course provides robust opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of a wide range of subject areas relating to health and social care provision such as responsibilities, legislation as well a development and common illness and diseases. This knowledge supports progression to a wide range of higher education courses, not only in health and social care-related subjects, but in any area of employment which involves working with people.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements: Grade 4 in English Language and Maths together with 3 other GCSE grades at grade 4 or above is the minimum requirement to enter Hillview Sixth Form. Any Science GCSE at a 4 or above and GCSE English Language and Maths grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the responsibilities of health and social care professionals.
  • You'll study key legislation that governs health and social care provision.
  • You'll examine human growth and development across the life stages.
  • You'll learn about common illnesses and diseases and how they are managed.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how health and social care services are organised and delivered.

How you will learn

The BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations. Classroom-based lessons at Hillview School for Girls cover theory and applied knowledge. Assignments are completed throughout the two years and marked by your teachers, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hillview School for Girls will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people with daily living in care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in the community.
  • Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support to people with mental health needs.
  • Residential support worker: live-in or shift-based care in residential homes.

What you could study next

The level 3 BTEC National in health and social care classes prepare you well for university. You could progress to a BSc in Nursing, a degree in Social Work, or a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care. A Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care is an option if you move into work before university. Some learners also go on to study for a BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care.

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