Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Harrow. Classes run at Rooks Heath School. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including Maths and/or English Language at grade 4, to enrol. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings or move into higher education. The course runs full-time over 9 months, with daytime health and social care classes. It introduces the health and social care sector and supports progression to university, an Apprenticeship, or employment.
Who this course is for
Provides a basic introduction to the health and social care sector. Supports progression to higher education or training, employment or an Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4 including either Maths grade 4 and/or English Language grade 4.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including person-centred values and approaches.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn about the role of communication in care settings.
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.
You'll investigate factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll build knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to care work.
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 throughout the course and marked by your tutors. External assessments test your knowledge of core units under exam conditions. Classes are delivered in person at Rooks Heath School during daytime hours.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rooks Heath 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.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and support.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with this foundation.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a natural next step if you want to move into supervisory or management roles.
Nursing or Social Work degree: this BTEC is recognised by many universities as a route into undergraduate health programmes.
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Health and Social Care: combine work and study if you secure a care employer after completing this qualification.
