Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Blaydon-on-Tyne. Classes run at St Thomas More Catholic School Blaydon. This is a full-time daytime health and social care course for post-16 students, studied over 18 months. You'll cover topics across health, wellbeing, care values, and working with people in care settings. It's a level 3 health and social care qualification that can lead to roles in care or open doors to higher education.
Who this course is for
Post 16
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care, including care values and ethics.
You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects health and wellbeing.
You'll learn how health conditions and life events affect individuals in care settings.
You'll examine how care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, person-centred care, and promoting dignity.
You'll build knowledge of mental health, physical health, and the factors that influence them.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at St Thomas More Catholic School Blaydon. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Advanced National is a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components. You'll complete assignments and projects alongside any written examinations set by OCR. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and support you in preparing for assessments.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas More Catholic School Blaydon will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in their homes or residential care
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and support
Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery settings
Social care worker: help vulnerable adults live independently
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England: the NVQ-style qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification with a substantial industry placement, suited to those aiming for NHS or care careers.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or degree in Health and Social Care, Nursing, or Social Work: the next step if you're aiming for a professional role in the sector.
