Health and Social Care Level 3 Course at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port 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 Ellesmere Port. Classes run at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port 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, including a 4/3 combination in maths and English. The course runs to 468 hours of study. It covers topics across health, social care practice, and human development, preparing you for roles such as care assistant. 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 develop knowledge of health and social care values, including person-centred approaches.
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the duty of care in health and social care settings.
You'll understand how to support individuals with their physical and mental health needs.
You'll study the roles and responsibilities of professionals working in care.
You'll examine health promotion and factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll build understanding of communication skills used in care environments.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, assignments, and portfolio evidence. You'll complete units that are assessed throughout the course rather than through a single final exam. Some units may include research tasks, case studies, and written assignments that reflect real care scenarios.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cheshire College Ellesmere Port Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare settings with a related specialism.
Community care worker: deliver care to people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Health and Social Care: a step toward supervisory and management roles in care.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a higher education route for those wanting to progress toward a degree.
Nursing or social work degree: for those aiming for a registered professional role. The Extended Diploma is recognised as a strong foundation for university applications in health-related subjects.
