Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Keighley. Classes run at South Craven School. This level 3 health and social care course runs full-time over two years, with daytime health and social care classes covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above to enrol. The course builds a strong foundation for roles such as care assistant, as well as further study in health, social care, or related fields.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone move on toing from GCSE with an interest in business. Whether you're considering working for a global corporation, small firm or even running your own business in the future, this subject will give you a good grounding in business theory. You don't need to have studied GCSE business to do this course but you will need good numerical skills (at least level 2). Studying business can lead to careers in almost any employment sector and it combines well with most other A level subjects.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin person-centred care.
You'll learn how to support individuals with different physical, mental, and social needs.
You'll examine safeguarding, legislation, and the rights of people who use care services.
You'll develop understanding of health promotion and factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll build knowledge of communication approaches used in care environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at South Craven School. Assessment combines coursework and written examinations. The OCR Cambridge Advanced National uses a mix of internally assessed units and externally assessed components, so your work is evaluated throughout the course as well as in formal exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Craven School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or in the community.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery settings.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
T Level in Health (HTQ equivalent): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, for those wanting a deeper route into healthcare.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification that counts toward professional registration and career progression in care.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification that bridges into degree-level study.
Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health degree: university entry for those aiming at registered professional roles.
