Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Skelmersdale. Classes run at West Lancashire College, full-time during the day. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. The course runs over 35 weeks. You'll study topics including safeguarding, person-centred care, health and wellbeing, and professional practice. These free health and social care classes are a strong foundation for roles in care or for moving into higher-level study.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website
Entry requirements
Please Visit College website: www.westlancs.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and protecting vulnerable individuals
You'll explore person-centred approaches to care and support
You'll study health, wellbeing, and factors that affect them
You'll learn about communication skills in health and social care settings
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice
You'll examine professional values and ethical responsibilities in care work
You'll build understanding of anatomy, physiology, and conditions relevant to care roles
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at West Lancashire College. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, projects, and portfolio work. You'll gather evidence of your knowledge and skills throughout the course. There are no formal written exams for this qualification. Your tutor will support you in building your portfolio across the 35 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. West Lancashire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant. Support adults or older people in residential or home care settings
Healthcare support worker. Assist clinical staff in NHS or private healthcare
Support worker. Work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs
Senior care assistant. Take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience
Community care worker. Deliver care and support in people's own homes
Residential childcare worker. Support young people in residential care settings
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice. For those moving into supervisory or quality roles in care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care. The recognised route into registered manager roles.
Foundation Degree or HNC in Health and Social Care. University-level study for those wanting to progress into nursing, social work, or management.
