Free Level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care Course in Tring. Classes run at Tring School, full-time over two years. You'll need a Grade 4 in both English and Maths to join. The course covers the skills and theories behind care and support work, from human development to health conditions and professional practice. It's a strong route into nursing, midwifery, early years education, and similar degrees. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 BTEC National in Health and Social Care qualification is well matched to university applications in health-related subjects.
Who this course is for
Pearson - AAQ in Health and Social Care is for anyone interested in learning the skills and theories to aid a career in the Health and Social Care sector. It gives the key skills needed to provide life changing care and support to people from all backgrounds and works of life. Anyone interested in studying nursing, midwifery, primary/Early years education, and many similar degrees at university would suit this course.
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in an English and Maths
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 organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn how to support individuals' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
You'll examine safeguarding principles and how they apply in care settings.
You'll develop understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
You'll investigate the impact of health conditions on individuals and their families.
You'll build knowledge of communication approaches used in care and support roles.
How you will learn
Assessment is through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom-based learning covers theory and applied case studies. Assignments are completed over the course and marked by your teachers, with external exams testing core units at set points in the academic year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tring School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or children in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: working with young children in nursery or school.
Support worker: helping people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Community health worker: delivering care and support in people's homes.
Social care administrator: coordinating services and records in a care organisation.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Child, or Mental Health): the btec national in health and social care qualification is widely accepted as a university entry route for nursing programmes.
Degree in Midwifery: a natural next step if you're interested in maternity care.
Degree in Social Work: leads to a registered social worker career.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ route): if you move into paid care work and want a work-based qualification alongside employment.
