Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Bexley. Classes run at CTK St Mary's Sixth Form. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers human lifespan development, anatomy and physiology, public health, safe practice, and individual care and support needs. You'll also complete a work experience placement in a health or social care setting. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in both English and Maths.
Who this course is for
This course will provide students with an excellent opportunity to develop a good knowledge base and practical skill set for professions within Health and Social
Care. You will acquire core and transferable skills for
independent learning and will hone your communication,
case study analysis, problem solving, report writing and
team work skills. You will also develop an understanding of
human anatomy and physiology, human needs, legislation
and the diverse nature of care provision in the twenty-first
century. The BTEC Extended Diploma in Health and Social
Care empowers students to grow in confidence, improve
their organisational skills and mature intellectually.
This is an 18 unit qualification that encompasses eight
mandatory units and ten optional units. Units include:
Developing Effective Communication
Equality and Diversity
Psychological Perspectives
Sociological Perspectives
Individual Needs
Ensuring Safe Environments
Managing Childrens Behaviour
What you will learn
You'll study human lifespan development and how it shapes care needs.
You'll explore anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care practice.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
You'll investigate current research in health and social care.
You'll learn how to meet individual care and support needs.
You'll develop understanding of promoting public health.
You'll apply principles of safe practice in care settings.
You'll build communication, report writing, problem solving, and teamwork skills through case study analysis and independent learning.
How you will learn
The course is assessed both internally and externally. Internal assessment uses set tasks, case studies, and coursework completed throughout the two years. External assessment includes examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll also complete a work experience placement in a health or social care setting. The qualification carries the same UCAS points as three A Levels.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. CTK St Mary's Sixth Form 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: work with adults or young people with additional needs.
Community health worker: deliver public health support in local communities.
Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery settings.
What you could study next
Degree in Social Work: the required route to becoming a qualified social worker.
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): entry to registered nursing.
Degree in Paramedic Science: leads to registration as a paramedic.
Degree in Occupational Therapy or Midwifery: specialist health profession routes.
Higher or Degree Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care: earn while you train at a higher level.
This level 3 health and social care qualification is accepted by universities as equivalent to three A Levels for degree entry.
