Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Derby. Classes run at Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy. To enrol, you'll need English Language and Maths GCSE at grade 4 or above, plus three other GCSEs at grade 4 or above. This level 3 health and social care course covers nursing, midwifery, social care, and public health over two years of full-time daytime study. It's a strong foundation for university applications in health-related subjects.
Who this course is for
Anyone interested in a career in any aspect of the health industry including all aspects of nursing and midwifery, social care and public health.
Entry requirements
English Language and Maths GCSE grade 4 and above plus 3 other GCSEs grade 4 and above.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing, and care across different settings.
You'll study human biology and how the body systems relate to health and illness.
You'll examine social factors that affect health outcomes and public health.
You'll learn about safeguarding, person-centred care, and professional values in health and social care.
You'll investigate mental health, learning disabilities, and long-term conditions.
You'll develop research and analytical skills relevant to health and social care practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy. Assessment combines written assignments, research tasks, and externally assessed components set by OCR. Some units are assessed through coursework you build up over the two years; others are assessed by timed written exams. Your teachers will guide you through both.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Saint Benedict, A Catholic Voluntary Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in social care.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Public health assistant: support health promotion and community wellbeing programmes.
Nursery or early years worker: care for and support young children's development.
What you could study next
BSc (Hons) Nursing: the degree required to register as a nurse with the NMC. This level 3 health and social care qualification supports UCAS applications.
BSc (Hons) Midwifery: degree-level entry route into midwifery practice.
BSc (Hons) Social Work: the qualifying degree for registered social workers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 option if you prefer a vocational higher education route.
T Level in Health: a technical alternative at Level 3 with a substantial industry placement.
