Free Level 3 Applied Diploma in Health and Social Care course in Droitwich. Classes run at Droitwich Spa High School, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers the knowledge and skills needed to understand health, care, and social policy at an advanced level. The level 3 applied diploma in health and social care qualification is designed to support progression to degree-level study, including nursing, social work, and psychology. Together with other Level 3 qualifications, it can meet the entry requirements for a range of health and social care degree courses.
Who this course is for
Together with other relevant Level 3 qualifications, learners will gain the required knowledge to progress to higher education degree courses, such as:
BA (Hons) Health and Social Care.
BA (Hons) Adult Social Care.
BA (Hons) Health and Social Care/Social Policy.
BA (Hons) Social Policy.
BA (Hons) Social Work.
BSC (Hons) Nursing.
BA (Hons) Professional Practice.
BA (Hons) Working with Children, Young People and Families.
BSc (Hons) Psychology.
BA (Hons) Sociology.
Entry requirements
See school website
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin care practice, including dignity and safeguarding.
You'll examine social policy and how it shapes the lives of individuals and communities.
You'll develop understanding of human development across the lifespan.
You'll analyse the factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll build knowledge relevant to working with children, young people, families, and adults.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Droitwich Spa High School. Assessment for the WJEC Applied Diploma typically combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed components. Check the school website or contact the centre directly for the specific assessment breakdown for this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Droitwich Spa High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: help individuals maintain independence in the community.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Family support worker: work with children, young people, and families.
Community health worker: deliver health promotion and outreach support.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Health and Social Care: the most direct degree route after this qualification.
BSc (Hons) Nursing: entry to pre-registration nursing programmes at university.
BA (Hons) Social Work: leads to a career as a qualified social worker.
BSc (Hons) Psychology: for those interested in the psychological aspects of care.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ route): if you want a work-based qualification alongside employment in the sector.
