Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Wantage
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Wantage. Classes run at King Alfred's Academy. This is a full-time, two-year health and social care qualification studied during the day. You'll cover topics including human development, health promotion, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, and working in care settings. The course is taught by Pearson Edexcel, one of the most widely known names in vocational health and social care classes. You'll need four GCSEs at grade A* to C to be considered for a place.
Who this course is for
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Health and Social Care
Entry requirements
4 GSCE Grade A* to C
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy, physiology, and how the body works.
You'll learn about safeguarding and protecting vulnerable people.
You'll examine health promotion and approaches to improving wellbeing.
You'll understand the values and principles of health and social care practice.
You'll develop knowledge of mental health, conditions, and care approaches.
You'll investigate how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are completed throughout the course and marked by the centre. Some units are assessed by Pearson through set tasks or written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting formal assessments. Teaching takes place in the classroom at King Alfred's Academy across the two-year programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. King Alfred's Academy 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.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's homes.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route that builds directly on this qualification.
BSc (Hons) in Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy: degree-level study for those moving into registered professional roles.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: suited to those moving into supervisory or management roles in care.
