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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Bristol – St Brendan’s Sixth Form College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Bristol. Classes run at St Brendan's Sixth Form College. This level 3 health and social care course is designed to sit alongside A Levels as part of a full-time daytime programme. Over two years, you'll cover anatomy and physiology, person-centred care, mental health conditions, long-term physiological conditions, and healthy nutrition. The course is equivalent to one A Level and is designed to support progression to higher education. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English Language or English Literature.

Who this course is for

The OCR Level 3 AAQ in Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) is for students who are interested in learning about the health and social care sector, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in health and social care-related subjects.

It is designed to be taken as part of a programme of study that includes A Levels. You will have to complete a range of units on the following topics;

Anatomy and Physiology Principles of health and social care Person centred care in health and social care Supporting people with long term physiological conditions Supporting people with mental health conditions Supporting healthy nutrition and lifestyles

Entry requirements

Five GCSE passes at grade 4 or above or the equivalent including a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or English Literature. Doing a Health and Social Care course requires regular and consistent work from students with coursework hand ins over each year as well as preparing for examinations.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of health and social care practice, including safeguarding and child protection.
  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care settings.
  • You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches to care.
  • You'll examine how to support people living with mental health conditions.
  • You'll understand how to support people with long-term physiological conditions.
  • You'll investigate the role of healthy nutrition and lifestyles in health and wellbeing.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Brendan's Sixth Form College. Assessment combines coursework submitted at regular intervals throughout each year and formal examinations. The provider notes that the course requires regular, consistent work across both years. Some units cover sensitive topics, including safeguarding, abuse, bereavement, and eating disorders.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Brendan's Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health conditions.
  • Social care worker: support individuals and families in community settings.
  • Residential support worker: provide care in residential or supported living homes.

What you could study next

This level 3 health and social care qualification is designed as a stepping stone to higher education. You could progress to a degree in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or a related health science. A Foundation Degree or Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care is another option if you want a shorter higher education route. Those aiming for nursing or midwifery would go on to a registered degree programme approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

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