Free Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) Course in Weybridge. Classes run at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus, part-time during the day over 32 weeks. The timetable suits anyone balancing study with other commitments. You'll cover health science, social care practice, and the academic skills universities expect. The Gateway Qualifications Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) is recognised by UK universities as a route into nursing, social work, and related degree programmes. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Funding is available for school leavers and adults
Entry requirements
Please refer to Website
What you will learn
You'll develop academic writing and research skills needed for university-level study.
You'll explore the principles and values underpinning health and social care practice.
You'll study human biology and anatomy relevant to health professions.
You'll examine social policy and how it shapes care services in the UK.
You'll analyse ethical issues in health and social care settings.
You'll build skills in critical thinking and evidence-based argument.
You'll complete assignments that prepare you for the demands of a degree course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus. Assessment is assignment-based: you'll produce written work for each unit, graded at Pass, Merit, or Distinction. There are no formal written exams. Your tutors will give feedback on drafts to help you meet the standard universities expect. Attendance and engagement with classroom activities form part of your learning throughout the 32 weeks.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brooklands Technical College - Weybridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: entry-level role in residential or home care
Healthcare support worker: supporting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Social care worker: supporting adults or children in community settings
Mental health support worker: working alongside mental health professionals
Nursery nurse: early years care and education settings
Domiciliary care worker: providing personal care in people's homes
What you could study next
The Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) is designed to take you into higher education. You could go on to study:
BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's) at university
BA Social Work, recognised for professional registration
BSc Midwifery or Allied Health professions such as Occupational Therapy
Foundation degrees in Health and Social Care if you want a shorter higher education route first
