Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at North Liverpool Academy. This is a full-time, daytime health and social care qualification, taking two years to complete. You'll study the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in health, care, and support settings. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade C or above, including Maths and English, plus any subject-relevant requirements. The course leads to roles such as care assistant and opens doors to higher education in health-related subjects.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
5 A*-C (inc Maths & English) plus subject relevant requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore how human body systems work and how they relate to health conditions.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll study how to support individuals' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the legislation that protects vulnerable people.
You'll develop understanding of communication skills used in care settings.
You'll investigate psychological perspectives and their application to care practice.
You'll explore sociological approaches to health and ill health.
How you will learn
The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre, while Pearson sets and marks the external assessments. You'll build a portfolio of work across units throughout the two years. Classes are delivered in person at North Liverpool Academy during daytime hours.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Liverpool Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: working with children in nursery or school settings.
Community health worker: delivering health support in local community settings.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care (Pearson BTEC): a natural next step if you want to progress without going straight to university.
BSc (Hons) Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: the BTEC National Diploma is a recognised entry qualification for many university health programmes.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): if you move into work and want a practice-based qualification alongside employment.
