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Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Eastbourne

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time over two years.

You'll study practitioner roles and values in the health and social care sector. The course covers the needs of older people, children, and individuals with specific needs. You'll carry out independent research and two periods of volunteering. You need a GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths to enrol.

You'll finish with an OCR Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care Extended Certificate at Level 3.

Who this course is for

Our Level 3 Health & Social Care course will give you the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviours you need to work in the Health & Care sector. You will learn about the knowledge and understanding of practitioner roles and values set within contemporary sector-specific contexts.This course is worth 1 A-Level and you will be required to choose an additional 2 A-Levels alongside this course. Suitable A-Levels to study alongside this course (choice of 2); Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Business, English Literature, English Language, English Literature & Language, Maths, Further Math, Philosophy, Psychology and Sociology.This course is suitable for those wanting to pursue a career in Midwifery and Paramedic Sciences please check University entry criteria regarding subjects to support your choice.

Entry requirements

A GCSE grade 4 in English Language or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the roles and values of practitioners in the health and social care sector.
  • You'll investigate issues affecting older people, children, and individuals with specific needs.
  • You'll develop an understanding of the diverse nature of the health and social care sector.
  • You'll carry out independent research into contemporary sector issues.
  • You'll complete two periods of volunteering to build practical understanding.
  • You'll develop the knowledge and behaviours needed to work in health and care settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, independent research, and volunteering placements. Assessment combines written examinations and centre-marked work. The written exam is set and marked externally. Some assessed work is marked at the college. You'll also be expected to manage your own study time alongside two other A-Level subjects.

What you will need to bring

East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm what you need before you start. The course page notes there may be some costs for external trips and visits.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Healthcare assistant, supports patients in hospitals or community settings.
  • Care assistant, helps people with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Support worker, assists individuals with physical or mental health needs.
  • Nursing, requires a degree-level qualification after this course.
  • Midwifery, requires a degree and meeting university entry criteria.
  • Paramedic, requires further degree-level study and clinical training.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Paramedic Science, the next step for clinical careers and typically requires this qualification alongside other A-Levels.
  • A degree in Social Work, for those interested in statutory care roles.
  • A Level 4 or Level 5 qualification in Health and Social Care, for those moving into supervisory or management roles without taking a full degree route.
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