BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate | A-Level Pathway

Welcome to SBUSixth’s BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate, an integral part of our A-Level Pathway – Shaping Healthcare Futures!

Are you ready to embark on a comprehensive journey into the realm of health and social care? Look no further than SBUSixth’s BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate, your gateway to a future filled with opportunities in the vital fields of healthcare and social support. Situated in the vibrant heart of Brixton Hill, South London, SBUSixth offers an exceptional and tailored educational journey.

Why Choose SBUSixth’s BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate?

Our dedication to your healthcare and social care journey sets us apart. At SBUSixth, we understand the crucial role healthcare and social support play in society. Our BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate, as part of our A-Level Pathway, seamlessly integrates theoretical understanding with practical experience, equipping you with skills sought after by leading employers and higher education institutions.

Exploring the Learning Experience:

Our holistic curriculum empowers you with insights into various facets of healthcare and social support. Gain hands-on experience in our simulated health room, practice essential skills required in healthcare environments, and cultivate effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy.

Guided by Healthcare Experts:

Engage with practitioners and experts in the field, gaining insights into real-world healthcare challenges and practices. Our faculty’s expertise enhances your learning journey, offering guidance and mentorship as you embark on your healthcare and social care pathway.

Delving into the Core Content:

Our BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate curriculum empowers you with insights into key topics, including:

• Anatomy and Medical Physics: Develop a profound understanding of human anatomy and the physical principles underlying medical technologies. Gain insights into the body’s systems and how they function.
• Nutrition and Biochemistry: Explore the role of nutrition in health and wellbeing. Understand the biochemical processes that drive human health and learn how to provide nutritional guidance.
• Person-Centred Care: Grasp the essentials of providing compassionate and person-centred care. Develop effective communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and an understanding of empathy, equality, and diversity in a healthcare setting.

Seamless Transition:

Completing our BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate opens doors to a myriad of opportunities. Progress to health or social care-related degrees at universities, level 4/5 apprenticeships, or step into the workforce with confidence.

Skills for Healthcare Success:

Equip yourself with transferable skills – effective communication, problem-solving, empathy, and organisational abilities – qualities that set you on a path to healthcare excellence.

Shaping Healthcare Futures:

SBUSixth’s BTEC Health and Social Care Extended Certificate, a cornerstone of our A-Level Pathway, is your launchpad to a rewarding healthcare and social support career. Our innovative learning environment, dedicated faculty, and practical experiences ensure you’re ready to transform healthcare futures.

Summary

Qualification	Level 3 BTEC Extended certificate
Exam Board	Edexcel Pearson
Course Entry Requirements	Grade 5s (including English and Maths)
Duration of qualification	2 years
Timetable hours	5 hours per week
Assessment method	4 x 1.5-hour exam plus practical and written assessments.
Courses Available	BTEC
Career Destinations	Progress on to a health or social care-related degree at university, a level 4/5 apprenticeships and/or into employment
Transferable Skills	Health Studies graduates develop their communication, problem-solving, people skills and organisation skills