Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Health and Social Care Course Online

Name: Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Health and Social Care Course Online
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration1 year

LevelLevel 3

DeliveryOnline

StartFlexible

Awarding bodySEGA

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About this course

Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) Course. Study online, at your own pace, fitting your learning around your other commitments. The course takes around one year and covers health promotion, human biology, anatomy, safeguarding, and social care practices. You'll also build academic skills in essay writing, research, and presentation, so you're ready for university-level study. This is the access to HE diploma qualification that UK universities recognise as equivalent to three A-Levels for entry to health and social care degree programmes.

Who this course is for

Adults (19+)

Entry requirements

You will need:

GCSEgrade 4 or abovefor bothEnglish and maths or A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2*

You will also have an online assessment and interview with our course tutors before completing your enrolment, so we can ensure the course is right for you.

*Some universities do not accept Functional Skills and require GCSEs - please check the entry requirements of your chosen course and universities to ensure you will be eligi

What you will learn

You'll explore the structure of the healthcare system and key principles of care.
You'll study human biology and anatomy relevant to health and social care practice.
You'll examine health promotion and approaches to supporting well-being.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable people.
You'll develop essay writing and academic research techniques for university study.
You'll practise note-taking, time management, and exam preparation skills.
You'll build skills in oral presentation and communication.

How you will learn

You study entirely online through distance learning. Assessment is through written assignments, essays, and oral presentations completed throughout the course. You will also have an online assessment and interview with course tutors before enrolment to confirm the course is right for you.

What you will need to bring

West London College will confirm anything you need before you start. You will need GCSE grade 4 or above in both English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification with Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2. Note: some universities require GCSEs rather than Functional Skills, so check the entry requirements of any university you plan to apply to.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living and personal care
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Social care worker: working with vulnerable adults or children in the community
Mental health support worker: providing day-to-day support for people with mental health needs
Residential support worker: supporting people in care homes or supported living
Community health worker: delivering health promotion and outreach support

What you could study next

This Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) qualification is designed to take you into university. You could go on to study a BSc in Nursing, a degree in Social Work, a BSc in Midwifery, or a foundation degree in Health and Social Care. The specific degree you can apply for will depend on the university's entry requirements, so check these early in your studies.

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