Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Wigston. Classes run at NWSLC Wigston Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade D/3 or above, or a relevant Level 1 qualification, to get started. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics across health, wellbeing, and social care practice, building the understanding employers look for in care roles.
Who this course is for
This programme is suitable for school leavers. If you are interested in persuing this course as an adult please get in contact with us.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements are 4 GCSE at Grade D/3 or above or a relevant Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the lifespan, including physical, emotional, and social changes.
You'll learn how to promote health, wellbeing, and equality in care settings.
You'll examine safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll develop understanding of communication skills used in professional care environments.
You'll look at the values and ethics that underpin health and social care practice.
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based course studied full-time during the day. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally set examinations. You'll complete coursework tasks linked to each unit alongside timed assessments set by Pearson Edexcel.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. NWSLC Wigston Campus 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.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role within a care team.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings.
Community care worker: deliver care to people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that can support university applications in nursing, social work, or healthcare.
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: degree-level study available at some colleges, including higher education provision at NWSLC.
Nursing or Social Work degree: university entry route for those aiming at registered professional roles.
