Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Birmingham

Name: Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Birmingham
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration24 months

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryClassroom based

Start1 Sep 2027

Study modeFull-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Bishop Challoner Catholic College, full-time over two years.

You'll study how people are supported across different settings, from hospitals to community care. The course is roughly equivalent to one A level and is taken alongside other Level 3 subjects.

You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, to start. You'll finish with an OCR Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care Extended Certificate.

Who this course is for

This work related course is an alternative to A level business and is suitable for you if you are considering a career in business, studying a business related degree or thinking of running your own business in the future. It will give you a broad overview of the business sector and the chance to apply your learning to some real business situations. It's roughly equivalent to 1 A level and is generally taken over 2 years alongside other level 3 subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 3 (C) or above or a relevant level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

You'll explore how health and social care services are structured in the UK.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn about common health conditions and how they affect people.
You'll understand the values and principles that underpin care practice.
You'll examine how individuals are supported in different care settings.
You'll develop skills in communicating effectively with people who need care.
You'll look at safeguarding and the duty of care in health and social care work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Bishop Challoner Catholic College. The OCR Cambridge Advanced National is assessed through a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally set assessments. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside sitting written exams set by OCR.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Challoner Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Healthcare assistant, supports patients in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Care assistant, helps people with daily living in care homes or at home.
Support worker, works with adults or young people who need extra support.
Mental health support worker, assists people managing mental health conditions.
Community health worker, delivers care and advice in local settings.
School or college health and social care apprentice, earns while training on the job.

What you could study next

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care, the work-based qualification many employers ask for when moving into a senior care role.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions), a route into nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university.
Nursing degree (BSc), for those aiming to register as a nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, if you want to teach or train others in health and social care.

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