Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Smethwick. Classes run at Holly Lodge Foundation High School College of Science. This is a full-time, two-year level 3 health and social care course studied during the day. You'll cover human development, health conditions, social care practice, and the values that underpin care work. The level 3 health and social care qualification is designed to support progression to university or into roles in health and care settings. Entry requires Grade 4 in English Language and/or Maths, with an average grade of 3.9.
Who this course is for
All learners interested in Allied Healthcare and Social Work
Entry requirements
Grade 4s in English Lang and/or Maths. Average grade of 3.9
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 examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care in care settings.
You'll learn about conditions affecting physical and mental health.
You'll practise the values and ethics central to care work.
You'll build skills in research, analysis, and written communication relevant to health and social care.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Holly Lodge Foundation High School College of Science. Assessment combines externally assessed components, such as written examinations, with internally assessed assignments and coursework. Both elements contribute to your final grade. The two-year programme gives you time to develop knowledge progressively before external assessments in the second year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Holly Lodge Foundation High School College of Science will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community services.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: deliver personal care to people in their own homes.
Early years practitioner: support children's development in nursery or school settings.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct route into registered nursing via university.
Degree in Social Work: required to practise as a qualified social worker in the UK.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option if you want to progress without a full degree.
T Level in Health: an alternative Level 3 route with a substantial industry placement, if you want more hands-on experience before higher study.
