Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hatfield
CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hatfield. Classes run at Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work across health and social care settings. You'll explore different roles within the sector, helping you plan your next steps. No previous experience in health or social care is required. The course can be studied alongside other BTEC Nationals or A Levels and is equivalent to two A Levels.
Who this course is for
If you are interested in a career in health and social care, this work related 2-year course, equivalent to 2 A Levels will give you the knowledge and skills you need to take your first steps. It allows you to explore different health and social care roles to help you plan your future career options. You don't need any previous knowledge or experience of the health and social care sector to take this course. The course can be taken alongside other BTEC Nationals or A Levels to support move on toion to specific job roles or higher education courses in health and social care, for example occupational therapy or nursing.
Entry requirements
Vocational course entry criteria
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of human growth, development, and health across the life span.
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin care practice, including safeguarding and person-centred approaches.
You'll examine factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll build understanding of anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
You'll investigate different health and social care roles and the pathways into them.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to working with individuals in care settings.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed throughout the course and are based on real scenarios and case studies. Some units are assessed by written exams. Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School over two years of full-time daytime study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bishop's Hatfield Girls' School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private healthcare.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
Social care worker: provide day-to-day support to vulnerable adults or young people.
Community health worker: deliver health support and advice in community settings.
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care (Level 4): a natural next step if you want to specialise further before entering the workforce.
Foundation Degree in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: many universities accept the BTEC National Diploma for entry.
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's), Social Work, or Occupational Therapy: the Level 3 Diploma meets entry requirements for many university programmes in these fields.
