Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College. This full-time daytime course runs for 36 weeks, giving you a solid grounding in health and social care practice. You'll study topics including human development, safeguarding, mental health, and working in care settings. It's a strong foundation if you're heading toward a career as a care assistant or want to progress into higher-level study. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care is a Level 3 health and social care qualification with real weight in the sector.
Who this course is for
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
Entry requirements
For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk
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 about safeguarding and protecting individuals from harm and abuse.
You'll examine mental health conditions and how care services support people living with them.
You'll develop an understanding of anatomy, physiology, and how the body works.
You'll look at equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll build knowledge of communication skills used in professional care environments.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance at Halesowen College. BTEC qualifications are assessed through a combination of assignments, projects, and coursework rather than traditional exams. You'll complete units assessed internally, with some external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is marked against set criteria, so you'll know exactly what's expected at each stage.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: help adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: provide day-to-day support in care homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training in health and social care.
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: many universities accept a BTEC National Diploma for entry onto degree programmes in nursing, social work, or health sciences.
