The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Introductory Award, Certificate and Diploma in Health and Social Care

  • The Award offers a taster of the health and social care sector and could be studied alongside other subjects.

  • The Certificate offers an introduction to the health and social care sector and could be studied alongside other subjects within a study programme.

  • The Diploma gives learners the opportunity to develop a broader range of skills in the health and social care sector. Who are these qualifications for?

The Pearson BTEC Level 1 Introductory Award, Certificate and Diploma in Health and Social Care are primarily for all learners who want to continue their education and develop their skills for progression to further learning and, ultimately, to employment.  The Award is suitable for learners studying part time or for those who wish to study a vocational qualification alongside other qualifications and activities as part of their study programme. The Certificate is designed for learners who may be ready to progress quickly to further study. The Diploma is designed to be taken over one year, as a substantial vocational qualification within a study programme. 

BTEC HEALTH & SOCIAL