Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College. This full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study around 489 hours in total, working through topics that span care values, human development, mental health, and working with service users. A level 3 health and social care qualification at this level is recognised by employers and universities alike.
Who this course is for
For details about NCFE EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE - LEVEL 3 YR1, please see the College Website (Courses can be found under the 16-18 / Adults / University tabs or use the search box at the top of the screen or use the screen). Alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor.
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll explore how care values and ethics apply in real health and social care settings.
You'll learn how human growth and development affects people across the lifespan.
You'll study mental health conditions and how care services support people experiencing them.
You'll develop understanding of anatomy, physiology, and how the body works.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with service users, families, and colleagues.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Exeter College, combining taught lessons with coursework assignments. Assessment is through written assignments and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. You'll build a body of work over the course that demonstrates your knowledge and competence across the qualification's units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people managing mental health conditions.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support in residential or community settings.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role within a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory roles in social care.
Level 3 T Level in Health: a technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, suited to those considering NHS or clinical support roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: many universities accept this NCFE Extended Diploma for entry onto degree programmes in nursing, social work, or allied health.
