Free Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care Course in North Shields. Classes run at St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy, full-time over two years. You'll study eight compulsory units covering communication, equality and diversity, health and safety, human development, anatomy and physiology, and sociological and psychological perspectives. You also choose four optional units from topics including nutrition, caring for older people, and environmental health. This OCR cambridge technical diploma in health and social care qualification is a strong foundation for roles in care and health settings.
Who this course is for
This comprises eight compulsory units and a choice of four from a list of optional units. The compulsory units cover topics on communication, equality, diversity & rights, health, safety & security, human development, anatomy & physiology, personal & professional development in health & social care and both sociological & psychological perspectives. The optional units cover a range of topics related to health and social care issues including nutrition, caring for older people, environmental health and research methodology.
Entry requirements
It is not necessary to have studied this subject at GCSE or BTEC First. It is preferable that students have a GCSE pass in Science and English. An interest in sport and participation in at least one activity either inside or outside of school is essential. If GCSE was studied a minimum of grade 4/5 is needed. At BTEC First a pass award would be required. An interest in coaching at least one sport would be advantageous.
What you will learn
You'll study communication skills in health and social care contexts.
You'll explore equality, diversity, and rights in care settings.
You'll learn health, safety, and security practices relevant to care work.
You'll examine human development across the lifespan.
You'll study anatomy and physiology as they relate to care practice.
You'll develop personal and professional skills for working in health and social care.
You'll analyse sociological and psychological perspectives on health and care.
You'll explore specialist optional topics such as nutrition or caring for older people.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units. Compulsory and optional units are assessed separately, with evidence gathered across the two years of full-time study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and support.
Senior care assistant: take on lead responsibility within a care team.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (with a Health Support Worker placement) - a technical alternative that includes a substantial industry placement.
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care - for those moving into supervisory or specialist roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health - university-level study for those aiming toward registered professional roles.
Apprenticeship in Adult Care (Level 3) - combines paid work with a formal qualification.
