Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Burnley. Classes run at Burnley College, full-time during the day, over two years. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers person-centred care, communication, equality and diversity, duty of care, and care planning. Alongside classroom learning, you'll gain hands-on experience through industry placements in real health and social care settings. The college has a dedicated simulation suite with clinical equipment to support your practical learning. Entry requires 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Who this course is for
The Health and Social Care programme at Burnley College will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills which meet the requirements of higher education and apprenticeship programmes. This bridges the shortage of workers highlighted by the government. In addition to classroom based learning, you will gain first hand experience in the sector through industry placements, seeing first hand the value and impact of services on individuals, families and communities. We have invested into our new state of the art building which has been designed specifically for health and social care students. Within this sustainable building is a designated simulation suite that boasts the latest technology, this includes an anatomage table, two life-size fully functional manikins and a simulation ward including a scrubs area to enhance the learning experience.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and
Mathematics or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles and values of working in social care
You'll study equality, diversity, dignity, and rights in care settings
You'll understand duty of care and how it applies in practice
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and families
You'll learn how care and support plans are created and used
You'll apply person-centred approaches and carry out risk assessments
You'll gain practical experience through industry placements in health and social care
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Burnley College, supported by practical work in a dedicated simulation suite. The suite includes clinical manikins and a simulation ward to build hands-on skills. Industry placements give you direct experience in health and social care settings. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, assignments, and practical tasks across the units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burnley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting individuals in residential or home care settings
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Support worker: working with adults with disabilities or mental health needs
Senior care assistant: taking on lead responsibility within a care team
Early years practitioner: working in childcare or family support services
Social care administrator: coordinating care plans and service delivery
What you could study next
Degree in Social Work or Nursing: a level 3 health and social care qualification is a recognised route into university-level study in these fields
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care: college-based higher education for those not ready to move straight to a full degree
Health and Social Care Apprenticeship (Level 4 or 5): combine work and study while earning in a care role
