Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Selby – Selby College

Name: Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Selby – Selby College
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration2 years

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryClassroom based

Start30 Sep 2026

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Selby. Classes run at Selby College. You'll study alongside A Levels as part of a full-time daytime programme, covering human biology, health policy, lifespan development, and the principles of health and social care practice. The course runs over two years and includes hands-on learning in simulated clinical environments alongside classroom theory. Entry requires 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including Maths, English, and Science at grade 5.

Who this course is for

Alternative Academic Qualifications (AAQs) offer both theoretical and practical focus, they perfectly complement A levels as a part of a mixed programme of learning, helping to bring more theoretical learning to life. AAQs are equivalent in UCAS points to one A level, and offer vocationally-relevant learning in a specific subject area.

The qualification is designed to be taken alongside A Levels as part of a study programme and can link to learning in A Levels such as Psychology, Biology or English. It is intended for students aiming to progress into higher education as a pathway to employment.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including Maths, English and Science at Grade 5

What you will learn

You'll explore human lifespan and development across different life stages.
You'll study human biology and how it relates to health conditions.
You'll learn the principles of health and social care practice.
You'll examine health policy, wellbeing, and how services are organised.
You'll develop skills in promoting health education.
You'll understand how to maintain safe environments in health and social care settings.
You'll build communication, critical thinking, and cultural awareness skills relevant to working with people of all ages and needs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based theory lessons and hands-on sessions in simulated hospital ward environments. Assessment combines external exams set by Pearson Edexcel, internal assignments and projects, and synoptic tasks that test how well you can connect theory with practice. The synoptic tasks are designed to show your overall understanding across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Selby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant: support people with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people managing mental health conditions.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or school settings.
Community health worker: deliver health education and support in local communities.

What you could study next

A degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Social Work: this BTEC earns UCAS points equivalent to one A Level, supporting a university application in health or social sciences.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a complementary vocational route with substantial industry placement.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 option if you want a shorter step into higher education before committing to a full degree.

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