Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Washington. Classes run at St Robert of Newminster. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to join. This two-year, full-time daytime course develops your applied knowledge and skills in health and social care, and is designed to sit alongside two A Levels. It's the size of one A Level and is built to prepare you for higher education in health and social care.
Who this course is for
This course for post-16 students with an interest in health and social care and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment.
Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in health and social care alongside two A Levels.
Entry requirements
Five passes in GCSE at grade 4 or above. One of the five passes will include English and Maths at grade 4 or higher.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including how services are organised and delivered.
You'll study human biology and how physical and mental health conditions affect people's lives.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and person-centred care.
You'll examine communication skills used in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to apply research and evidence to health and social care practice.
You'll build knowledge of life stages and human development across the lifespan.
How you will learn
The BTEC National is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are based on real-world scenarios and are marked by your centre. External assessments are sat under exam conditions. Classes are classroom based, full-time, during the daytime at St Robert of Newminster.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Robert of Newminster will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level support role in residential or home care
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Mental health support worker: supporting people with mental health needs
Early years practitioner: working with children in nursery or school settings
Social care worker: supporting adults or young people in community settings
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the natural next step for those aiming at graduate-level roles in the sector.
BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): for those wanting to qualify as a registered nurse.
BA Social Work: leads to registration as a qualified social worker.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education route if you want to progress more gradually.
