Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham – Broadway Academy
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Broadway Academy. To enrol, you'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including science, maths and English. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills behind health and social care practice, from human development and anatomy to safeguarding and communication. It's a substantial level 3 health and social care qualification that opens doors to roles in care, support work, and further study in health-related fields.
Who this course is for
Post-16 Learners
Entry requirements
4- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including science, maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care.
You'll learn how safeguarding principles protect vulnerable people.
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and families.
You'll examine health promotion and the factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll understand the values and ethics that underpin care practice.
You'll look at how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are coursework-based, tied to real scenarios in health and social care. External assessments test your knowledge under timed conditions. Classes are delivered in person at Broadway Academy, with daytime attendance across the two-year programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadway Academy 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 children with additional needs.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support in mental health services.
Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's centres.
Social care worker: support individuals and families in the community.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC National Diploma meets typical entry requirements for degree-level study in health, nursing, or social work.
T Level in Health: a technical alternative if you want a more specialist route into NHS or care settings.
CIPD Level 3 in People Practice: if you move into HR within a health or care organisation.
Nursing or Social Work degree: many universities accept this qualification as part of their entry criteria.
