Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. This Pearson Edexcel btec national in health and social care qualification covers human lifespan development, human biology and health, and the principles of health and social care practice. You'll explore how to protect vulnerable people, treat service users with dignity, and examine psychological and sociological perspectives on care. The course combines classroom lessons, group work, practical sessions, and independent study. It can support progression to university degree courses in health-related subjects.
Who this course is for
More details about studying Health and Social Care at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/health-amp-social-care-single?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]
Entry requirements
Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore human lifespan development and how people change across life stages.
You'll study human biology and health, including elements of anatomy and physiology.
You'll examine the principles of health and social care practice.
You'll analyse how to protect vulnerable people and uphold their rights.
You'll consider psychological and sociological perspectives on health and care.
You'll develop critical thinking and research skills through coursework.
You'll build teamwork and independent study skills throughout the course.
How you will learn
Learning takes place through classroom-based lessons, group work, practical sessions, group and individual visits, and independent study. Assessment combines exams, coursework, and controlled assessment. You'll manage your own work and collaborate as part of a team, developing both subject knowledge and transferable skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or community care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Mental health support worker: help people living with mental health conditions.
Social care worker: work with adults or children in social care services.
Early years practitioner: support children's development in nursery or school settings.
Community health worker: deliver health support in local community programmes.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing or Midwifery: a degree route into registered nursing or midwifery practice.
BSc (Hons) Social Work: leads to a career as a qualified social worker.
BSc (Hons) Psychology: builds on the psychological perspectives covered in this course.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education route if you want to progress without a full degree.
Level 3 T Level in Health: an alternative applied qualification if you want more workplace experience alongside study.
