Free Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Cambridge. Classes run at The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to enrol. This level 3 health and social care course covers the principles of care, anatomy and physiology, and person-centred approaches to working with individuals. You'll sit two external exams and complete four assignment-based tasks over two years of full-time daytime study. The course builds knowledge for roles across health, care, and social care settings, and prepares you for higher education or employment.
Who this course is for
16-18 year olds
Entry requirements
5 GCSE grades at level 4 or above
What you will learn
You'll learn the key principles and values that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll study anatomy and physiology, including how body systems are structured and how they function.
You'll explore person-centred approaches to care, including how to develop care plans for individuals.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively and build relationships in care settings.
You'll develop an understanding of different care settings and the job roles within them.
You'll build transferable skills applicable to further study and workplace situations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall. Assessment combines two external written examinations and four assignment-based tasks, including projects, practical work, role plays, and coursework assignments. Of the six assessed tasks, four are mandatory units set by OCR and two are optional. This mix of exam and coursework assessment runs across the two years of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Oakes College Cambridge at Netherhall will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support individuals 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 settings.
Support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route for those wanting to specialise further.
BSc (Hons) in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: degree-level study leading to registration in a regulated health profession.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): a work-based qualification for those moving directly into employment who want a vocational route alongside their role.
