Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Kidderminster. Classes run at Kidderminster College Main Campus, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people's wellbeing. The course runs for 35 weeks. A free health and social care course for adults looking to build a solid foundation before stepping into care roles or moving on to higher-level study. Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care with certificate.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject
Entry requirements
please see our website for current details.
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how physical and mental health conditions affect individuals and their care needs.
You'll learn about safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll develop understanding of communication skills used in care settings.
You'll investigate the role of health and social care services and how they're organised in the UK.
You'll explore equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Kidderminster College Main Campus, full-time across the week. BTEC National qualifications are assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete written assignments, research tasks, and case study work throughout the course. There are no traditional written exams for all units, but some units include externally set assessments that you complete under timed conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kidderminster College Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: team-leading role after gaining experience in care.
Early years practitioner: working with children in nursery or family support settings.
Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that opens more routes into higher education.
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: degree-level study without leaving Kidderminster if your college offers it.
Nursing or Social Work degree: universities recognise BTEC qualifications for entry onto undergraduate programmes.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): the work-based route recognised for career progression in regulated care roles.
