Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Tower Hamlets. Classes run at Langdon Park School. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 or above to enrol. This full-time daytime level 3 health and social care course runs over 10 months, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and care settings. It suits those who want to move into care roles or go on to higher education in a health-related subject.
Who this course is for
If you're interested in UK and global current affairs, enjoy lively debate and are fascinated by the drama of Westminster, then politics A level is for you. You don't need to have studied the subject at GCSE but an interest in history and good literacy skills will be of benefit for this course. You might be heading for a career in central or local government, law, journalism or political research, though Politics A level will give you transferable skills which are useful in a wide range of careers. Politics combines well with other arts, humanities and social science subjects such as history, English, sociology and economics.
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 human development across the life stages and how it affects care needs.
You'll learn about safeguarding, equality, and the rights of people using care services.
You'll examine the causes and effects of ill health and the role of health promotion.
You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
You'll analyse ethical issues and professional values in health and social care practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Langdon Park School. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Advanced National combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed examinations. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside sitting written exams, so both your practical understanding and subject knowledge are tested throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Langdon Park School 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.
Support worker: work with adults or children with additional needs.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker: assist people living with mental health conditions.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, for those considering higher study in health.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: university-level study this qualification can help you access.
