Health Studies

Course summary

The BTEC Level 3 in Health and Social Care is a work-related qualification that combines work placements, college and external-based assessment. Learners have the opportunity to experience placements which relate to health and social care as well as completing units in human lifespan development, infection control, promoting public health, working in health and social care plus many more. Candidates who achieve this qualification will be prepared to study a wide range of courses at degree level - nursing, midwifery, social work, social care, social sciences and primary teaching. This qualification will support candidates working towards careers in health and social care fields including nursing, midwifery, social work, counseling and primary teaching.