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Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Coventry for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Sidney Stringer Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration23 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Healthcare Assistant Courses in Coventry.

About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Coventry. Classes run at Sidney Stringer Academy. You'll need 4 or 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 5 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification at merit grade. This level 3 health and social care qualification takes 22 months full-time and carries the same weight as 2 A Levels, making it a strong route into university or employment in the sector. You'll explore different health and social care roles and build the knowledge needed to take your first steps in the field.

Who this course is for

The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care consists of eight units studied over 2 years, 6 units are mandatory and a further 2 are optional units chosen from a limited list:

Mandatory units - Unit 1 - Human lifespan development Unit 2 - Working in Health & Social care Unit 4 - Enquiries into current research in Health & Social Care Unit 5 - Meeting individual care and support needs Unit 7 - Principles of safe practise in Health and Social Care Unit 8 - Promoting public health

Optional units - Unit 6 - Work experience in Health & Social care (100 hours to be completed over a minimum of 4 vocational placements over the 2 year course) Unit 19 - Nutritional health

Entry requirements

You need a minimum of five GCSEs at Grade C or above including Mathematics, English and Science all at a grade 4. If you have alternative qualifications which are equivalent to GCSEs, your application will be considered on an individual basis. If you have completed a BTEC First Diploma in Health & Social Care, you need to have achieved a minimum of 'Merit' grade to continue onto the level 3 course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a range of health and social care roles and the responsibilities they involve.
  • You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects health and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn about the values and principles that underpin care practice, including person-centred approaches.
  • You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
  • You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care settings.
  • You'll build communication skills relevant to working with individuals who need care and support.
  • You'll investigate the impact of factors such as lifestyle, environment, and socioeconomic status on health.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed over the course of the programme and marked by the centre. External assessments are sat under exam conditions. Classroom-based learning at Sidney Stringer Academy supports both strands, with lessons covering the knowledge and applied skills needed for each unit.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sidney Stringer Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support individuals in residential or home 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 support for adults with learning disabilities.
  • Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings with young children.
  • Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC National Diploma is designed to support entry to higher education. Many universities accept it for nursing, social work, and allied health programmes.
  • Nursing Associate (Level 5 Apprenticeship): a work-based route into registered nursing.
  • CIPD Level 3 HR qualification: if you move toward workforce or people management roles in a care organisation.

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