Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Bristol. Full-time daytime classes run at The Castle School. This two-year level 3 health and social care course covers equality and diversity, health and safety, legislation, and person-centred approaches to care. It carries the same UCAS points as one A Level, so it opens doors to both employment and university. You'll need 7 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply.
Who this course is for
The AAQ in Health and Social Care is a vocationally related qualification equivalent to one A Level (and carrying the same UCAS points) which helps prepare students for employment in the health or social care sectors or for higher education. Students complete a number of mandatory units:
*Principles of health and social care - Equality, diversity, and rights, Managing hazards, health and safety, Legislation, Best practice,
*Person-centred approach to care -Taking a person-centred approach, Meeting needs and providing support in a person-centred way, Communication skills,
*Supporting people with mental health conditions - Definitions and views of mental health, Mental health conditions, Provision of mental health services and Treatment and support for mental health conditions and a wide range of optional units.
Entry requirements
7 GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to identify and manage hazards and apply health and safety legislation.
You'll study best practice and the legal frameworks that govern care.
You'll develop a person-centred approach to supporting individuals in care.
How you will learn
You'll study through classroom-based lessons at The Castle School. Assessment includes a combination of internally assessed units and externally assessed components set by OCR. Your work across mandatory units contributes to your final qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Castle School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support individuals in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community care.
Support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings with young children.
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (with employer placement): a two-year full-time route combining classroom study with an industry placement, recognised for university entry.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification, often studied part-time alongside work.
BSc (Hons) Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: undergraduate degrees for those aiming at registered professional roles. This level 3 health and social care qualification supports UCAS applications for these courses.
