Health and Social Care Level 3 Course at Cheshire College Crewe Campus
Cost£9,954 with co-funding
Duration468 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. £9,954 if you're eligible for co-funding. Contact Cheshire College South and West to check if you're eligible and for the full price.
Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Crewe. Classes run at Cheshire College Crewe Campus. This full-time, daytime level 3 health and social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll typically need 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including a 4/3 combination in maths and English. The course runs to 468 hours of study. It's a strong foundation for roles in adult social care and a route into further study in health-related subjects. NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (VRQ) with certificate.
Who this course is for
"Health and Social Care Extended Diploma - Level 3 - NCFE is suitable for school leavers."
Entry requirements
"Typically you will need 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C, including a 4/3 (C/D) combination for maths and English."
What you will learn
You'll explore how to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and social needs.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll learn about health conditions commonly encountered in care settings.
You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
You'll examine equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll learn about communication techniques used with service users, families, and colleagues.
You'll study legislation and policies that govern health and social care practice.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Cheshire College Crewe Campus, with a mix of taught sessions, group work, and independent study. Assessment is through assignments, case studies, and portfolio evidence that you build throughout the course. There are no formal written exams for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Crewe Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in home or residential settings.
Support worker: work with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience.
Domiciliary care worker: provide care in people's own homes.
Residential support worker: support adults or young people in residential care.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice: if you move into a supervisory or training role in care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: for those aiming to manage a care service.
Foundation Degree or HNC in Health and Social Care: a step into higher education, building on your Level 3 health and social care qualification.
