Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Skelmersdale. Classes run at West Lancashire College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study topics including human development, safeguarding, mental health, and person-centred care. A level 3 health and social care qualification at this level is a strong foundation for roles in care and for progression into higher study. NCFE Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (VRQ) with certificate.
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 understand how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn how to support individuals using person-centred approaches.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll explore safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll learn about mental health conditions and how care workers can offer support.
You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll develop knowledge of health promotion and healthy living.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals, families, and colleagues.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at West Lancashire College. Assessment for the NCFE Extended Diploma is coursework-based, using assignments and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. You'll build up a body of work throughout the 35 weeks that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the qualification units.
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 with daily living in care homes or at home.
Support worker: help individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Mental health support worker: work with people experiencing mental health conditions.
Residential care worker: provide care in supported living or residential settings.
Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: deepen your specialist knowledge and move into supervisory or senior care roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a recognised route into university for nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
Nursing Associate or Nursing degree apprenticeship: for those aiming toward a registered nursing career.
