Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy, full-time over two years. A 16-19 bursary may be available to help with education-related costs; fees may apply for others. This is a full-time daytime health and social care qualification, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. Entry requires at least two grade 5s and three grade 4s at GCSE. Check the King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy Sixth Form page for subject-specific requirements.
Who this course is for
16-18 Sixth Form Students
Entry requirements
Please refer to the KESH academy Sixth Form course page for specific entry requirements. At least 2 grade 5s and 3 grade 4s at GCSE to study BTEC Level 3. Subject specific requirements are available on the website for KESH academy Sixth Form.
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy, physiology, and how body systems work.
You'll learn about safeguarding, legislation, and duty of care.
You'll examine mental health conditions and approaches to support.
You'll develop understanding of person-centred values in care practice.
You'll investigate health promotion and factors affecting wellbeing.
You'll build knowledge of communication in health and social care settings.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams or tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Internal units are assessed through coursework, case studies, and written reports completed in class. External units are assessed through set tasks or written exams under timed conditions. Teaching takes place in the classroom at King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy across the two-year programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. King Edward VI Sheldon Heath Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and support.
Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's care settings.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults in community or residential care.
What you could study next
A level 3 health and social care qualification opens several routes into further study.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing: the next step toward becoming a registered nurse.
BSc in Social Work: leads to a career as a qualified social worker.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education route into care management or support roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): an alternative route into university for those who want to change direction after Level 3.
