Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Great Yarmouth. Classes run at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. This full-time daytime level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in care settings. The course runs at 99 hours and is delivered through classroom-based study. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. NCFE is the awarding body for this free health and social care course for adults.
Who this course is for
Health & Social Level 3 Extended Diploma E&T [Top Up] (ECL00AAAL3 25/26GA) is based in the Health & Social Care department and is designed to help you develop skills in this area. We have chosen NCFE as the exam board for this course.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements available on request.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches in health and social care settings.
You'll explore safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll learn about health, safety, and risk management in care environments.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion as they apply to care practice.
You'll build understanding of communication skills used with individuals and their families.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of care workers and wider multi-agency teams.
You'll develop awareness of mental health, dementia, and other conditions relevant to care work.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus. You'll be assessed through a combination of assignments, projects, and portfolio work built up over the course. Assessment is set by NCFE and covers both knowledge and practical understanding of health and social care topics.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. East Coast College Great Yarmouth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home care.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private health settings.
Senior care assistant: taking on a lead role within a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes.
Residential care worker: supporting residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Health and Social Care: moves you toward supervisory and management roles in care settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager positions.
Nursing or social work degree: universities recognise Level 3 health and social care qualifications as a strong foundation for degree-level study in related fields.
