Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Bradford. Classes run at New College Bradford. This is a full-time, two-year health and social care qualification studied during the day. You'll cover topics across health, wellbeing, and social care practice, building the knowledge employers and universities look for. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care is a well-regarded route into care roles and higher education.
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how to promote equality, diversity, and rights in care settings.
You'll examine the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities.
You'll investigate the role of communication in health and social care practice.
You'll analyse how individuals are supported to live independently.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions cover theory and applied scenarios. You'll complete written assignments, case studies, and research tasks throughout the two years. Some units are assessed under timed conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New College Bradford 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.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Social care worker: help individuals access community services and support.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings with this foundation.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in care homes.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC National Diploma meets typical entry requirements for university-level study in this field.
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: a vocational route for those moving directly into senior care roles.
Nursing or Social Work degree: this qualification is a recognised entry point for professional registration routes in health and social care.
