Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Blackburn. Classes run at St Wilfrid's C of E Academy, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 health and social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, including understanding health conditions, safeguarding, and supporting individuals. It suits those studying alongside other A-level or vocational subjects in Year 12 and 13. The course takes 24 months to complete.
Who this course is for
Year 12 Students
What you will learn
You'll explore how physical and mental health conditions affect people's lives.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to care and support.
You'll examine the structure of health and social care services in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of communication in care environments.
You'll investigate factors that influence health and wellbeing, including social and environmental factors.
You'll build knowledge of professional values and ethics in care work.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom through lessons, discussions, and structured activities. Assessment combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll complete assignments and projects throughout the course, alongside formal examinations. Your teacher will mark coursework against OCR criteria, and external assessments are sat at set points in the academic year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Wilfrid's C of E Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and independence support.
Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery settings.
Social care administrator: coordinate care services and manage client records.
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (OCR or other awarding body): a technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, suited to those wanting a more practice-based route into health careers.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a broader vocational qualification that many universities accept for health-related degrees.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: the next step for those aiming for registered professional roles.
