Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Westbury. Classes run at Matravers School. This two-year full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. The Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification is designed to support progression to higher education or employment in care roles. You'll study topics including human development, health promotion, and how care services are organised and delivered.
Who this course is for
To gain a AAQ in Health and Social Care
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how health and social care services are structured and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn about factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, duty of care, and person-centred values.
You'll examine health promotion and approaches to improving public health.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to care practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, guided study, and a mix of internal and external assessments. The Pearson Edexcel specification includes externally assessed components alongside internally assessed units. Assessment methods include written examinations and portfolio-based evidence. Guided learning hours total 360, with a total qualification time of 474 hours across the two-year programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Matravers School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (HTQ route): a technical alternative if you want more workplace-based learning.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: the Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification is designed to support entry to higher education in these subjects.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ route): if you move into employment and want a work-based qualification alongside your role.
