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Level 3 Health and Social Care
Bishop Burton College
York Road, Bishop Burton, HU17 8QG
National Foundation Diploma (BTEC)
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Bishop Burton College
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Course Summary
Are you looking to pursue a career in nursing, care, residential, youth, social or community work? If so, this work-related qualification is an ideal choice.
You will develop an impressive knowledge base across a wide range of care environments and put theory into practice on work placements.
Course Details
Year 1 Units:
- Human Lifespan
- Working in Health and Social Care
- Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
- Physiological Disorders and their Care
- Principles of Safe Practice
- Nutritional Health
Year 2 units:
- Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Social Care
- Enquiries into Current Research
- Work Experience
- Promoting Public Health
- Psychological Perspectives
- Caring for Individuals with Dementia
- Assessing Children's Development and Support Needs
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You will be assessed through assignments and external exams. You will learn from a mix of theory and practical sessions, enhanced by guest speakers and relevant visits.
You will normally be in college three days a week. You will undertake 100 hours of work experience.
Entry requirements
You will need four GCSEs at grade 4 or C or equivalent, including English and Maths, or a relevant BTEC Level 2 / First Diploma. One satisfactory reference and a clear Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) check are also required.
Your next steps...
Following successful completion of this course you will be able to progress to study at degree level.
A huge range of opportunities are available, including in healthcare, social work, counselling and many others. This qualification also provides the opportunity to enter the profession at a more senior level.
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