Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in March. Classes run at Neale-Wade Academy. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to join. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care course covers human development, health conditions, care values, and working in health and social care settings. It builds the subject knowledge you need to apply for higher education courses in nursing, midwifery, paramedic science, social work, and related fields.
Who this course is for
This course is perfect for those focused on a career in healthcare and related disciplines, such as nursing, midwifery, paramedic, social science and welfare work.
Entry requirements
5 Grade 4’s and above to include English & Maths
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll learn about common health conditions and how they're managed.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin care practice.
You'll understand how health and social care services are organised in the UK.
You'll develop skills in research and communicating about health topics.
You'll look at safeguarding and the rights of people who use care services.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Neale-Wade Academy over two years of full-time daytime study. Assessment combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll complete assignments, projects, and written examinations. Coursework is assessed by your teachers and moderated by OCR. External assessments are sat under exam conditions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Neale-Wade Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with daily living in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in the community.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or school settings.
Community support worker: help people live independently in their own homes.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct route if you want to become a registered nurse.
Degree in Midwifery: for those aiming to work in maternity care.
Degree in Paramedic Science: entry route to working for the ambulance service.
Degree in Social Work: required to practise as a qualified social worker.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option if a full degree isn't your next step.
