Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Ealing. Classes run at Elthorne Park High School. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 4 to 9 to apply. This two-year, full-time health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and practical understanding needed to work across care settings, from direct care roles to supervisory positions. Units span human development, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, and working in health and social care environments. The level 3 health and social care classes are taught daytime, Monday to Friday.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Level 3 National in Health & Social Care is a qualification which comprises core and units covering aspects of knowledge, understanding and competency necessary for employment within the sector. The health and care sector encompasses staff involved in direct care, such as nurses, health care workers, Elderly carers and social workers as well as specialists such as health scientists, technicians, support staff, supervisors and managers. This qualification is one of the leading qualifications for entry into these careers.
Entry requirements
5+ 9 - 4 Grades
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy, physiology, and how body systems function.
You'll learn safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll understand person-centred values and how they apply in care settings.
You'll examine mental health, learning disabilities, and dementia care.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users and colleagues.
You'll look at health promotion and the factors that affect wellbeing.
How you will learn
The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set exams. Assignments are completed throughout the course and marked by your teachers. Some units are assessed through written exams set by Pearson Edexcel. There is no single end-of-course exam. You build your portfolio of work across the two years of classroom-based study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Elthorne Park High School 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.
Social care worker: work with adults or children in community services.
Senior care assistant: supervise care teams in residential homes.
Mental health support worker: support people with mental health conditions.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and assistance.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or care settings.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC Extended Diploma meets typical university entry requirements for degree-level study in this field.
Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care Management: for those moving into supervisory or team leader roles.
Nursing or Social Work degree: if you want to qualify as a registered nurse or social worker, this qualification is a recognised stepping stone toward those degree programmes.
