Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Brent. Classes run at Kingsbury High School. This is a full-time, two-year health and social care qualification studied during the day. You'll cover topics across health, wellbeing, and social care practice, building the knowledge employers and universities look for. Entry requires GCSE grade 4 or above in English, Maths, and Combined Science, plus an average point score of 3.5 or higher.
Who this course is for
BTEC National Extended Diploma
Entry requirements
GCSE APS 3.5 or higher; 4 in English; 4 in Maths; 4/4 in Combined Science
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects care needs.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin person-centred care.
You'll learn how to promote health and wellbeing in care settings.
You'll investigate safeguarding, equality, and diversity in health and social care.
You'll develop understanding of anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
You'll analyse research and use evidence to support care practice.
How you will learn
BTEC National qualifications are assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Classroom-based learning covers theory, case studies, and applied tasks. You'll complete coursework units assessed by your centre and sit external exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Both elements contribute to your final grade.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingsbury High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: working alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: providing day-to-day support in community or residential care.
Early years practitioner: working with young children in nursery or family settings.
Social care worker: supporting vulnerable adults or children in the community.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing or Midwifery: a degree route into registered nursing, accepted by many universities on the strength of this BTEC.
BSc (Hons) Social Work: degree-level training to become a qualified social worker.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route if you want to step up gradually.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): if you move into work and want a practice-based qualification alongside employment.
