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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Milton Keynes – Elizabeth Woodville School South Campus

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 AAQ Certificate in Health and Social Care Course in Milton Keynes. Classes run at Elizabeth Woodville School South Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 5 or above to apply. Over two years of full-time daytime study, you'll cover human growth and development, communication, and the knowledge and skills that underpin work in care, nursing, social work, and early years settings. The course takes 24 months.

Who this course is for

Health and Social Care is a dynamic and engaging course designed for students who are interested in working with people and making a positive difference in their lives. Whether you're considering a future in nursing, social work, early years education, paramedic science, or care services, this course provides a solid foundation of knowledge and skills to support your next steps.

Throughout the course, you will explore a range of topics including human growth and development, communication in health and social care, safeguarding, mental health, and equality and diversity. You’ll also learn how legislation and professional values shape practice across the sector.

Assessment is through a combination of coursework and external exams, helping you to develop both practical skills and academic understanding. You’ll take part in real-life case study analysis and develop your ability to reflect, problem-solve, and communicate effectively.

This course is ideal for students who enjoy working with others, are compassionate, and have an interest in health, wellbeing, and supporting people through different stages of life.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE's at grade 5 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
  • You'll study communication skills used in health and social care settings.
  • You'll learn about the values and principles that guide care practice.
  • You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
  • You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care.
  • You'll build knowledge relevant to nursing, social work, paramedic science, and early years education.

How you will learn

Classes are delivered in person at Elizabeth Woodville School South Campus. You'll learn through classroom sessions covering the core topics in the qualification. Assessment is based on the requirements of the TQUK AAQ Certificate in Health and Social Care; the centre will give you full details of how your work will be assessed when you enrol.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Elizabeth Woodville School South Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Early years practitioner: working with young children in nursery or school settings.
  • Social care worker: supporting vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
  • Mental health support worker: working in community mental health teams.
  • Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care and support in people's homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): the vocational qualification many employers look for in senior care roles.
  • T Level in Health (HTQ): a two-year technical qualification for those aiming toward nursing or allied health professions.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for degree-level study in nursing, social work, or paramedic science.
  • Degree-level study: the level 3 aaq certificate in health and social care qualification supports applications to university courses in health and social care, nursing, and social work.
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