Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Jesmond Park Academy. To enrol, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. If you've already taken a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification, a pass in that is also required. Over two years of full-time daytime health and social care classes, you'll build knowledge of health, early years care and education, and the wider issues shaping the sector.
Who this course is for
The BTEC course offers students the opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of health, early years care and education, and issues affecting the health and social care sector.
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above. Grade 4 or above in GCSE English and Maths and a Level 2 pass in Health and Social Care (if taken)
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care practice.
You'll examine early years care and education, including child development.
You'll study the factors that affect people's health and wellbeing.
You'll learn how legislation and policy shape the health and social care sector.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care.
You'll investigate communication approaches used in care settings.
You'll analyse ethical issues and values in health and social care.
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 are based on real scenarios and case studies. Some units are assessed by written exams under timed conditions. Teaching takes place in the classroom at Jesmond Park Academy across the two-year programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Jesmond Park Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's centres.
Mental health support worker: help people living with mental health conditions.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management): moves you toward senior or supervisory roles in care.
Nursing or Midwifery degree: the BTEC National Diploma is widely accepted as a university entry qualification for health-related degrees.
Social Work degree: a route into qualified social work practice.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher-education step if you want to build on the BTEC before committing to a full degree.
