Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Boston. Classes run at Boston High School. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to enrol. This two-year, full-time daytime level 3 health and social care course covers human development, health conditions, care values, and working in health and social care settings. It's a strong foundation for university applications in nursing, social work, or related fields, and opens doors to entry-level roles in care.
Who this course is for
Year 12 students
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade 4 and above
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study common health conditions and their impact on individuals.
You'll learn about person-centred care values and how they apply in practice.
You'll examine the structure of health and social care services in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care responsibilities.
You'll investigate factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social and environmental influences.
You'll build skills in researching and communicating health and social care topics.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with a mix of written assignments, case studies, and externally assessed components. The OCR Extended Certificate combines internally assessed coursework with external examinations. You'll apply knowledge to real scenarios drawn from health and social care practice, building both subject understanding and the analytical skills needed for higher education or employment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Boston High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level support role in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults or children with additional needs.
Early years practitioner: supporting children's development in nursery settings.
Mental health support worker: providing day-to-day support in community services.
Social care administrator: coordination and admin roles within care organisations.
What you could study next
T Level in Health (HTQ): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, recognised for university entry in health-related subjects.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: Level 4 study, often available at further education colleges.
BSc Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: university degrees that this qualification supports applications for.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: for those moving toward a childcare specialism.
