Free Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Course in Bradford. Classes run at Feversham Girls Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum of GCSE A* - C grades including English to apply; a Level 2 Health and Social Care qualification is an advantage. Over two years, you'll study the knowledge and skills that underpin professional practice in health and social care settings. The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is a substantial Level 3 qualification that can support entry into higher education or employment in the sector.
Who this course is for
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Entry requirements
Minimum A*-C at GCSE including English. A Level 2 qualification in Health & Social Care would be advantageous.
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life span and how it affects care needs.
You'll learn how to apply person-centred values in care practice.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll examine health promotion and the factors that affect wellbeing.
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common conditions relevant to care work.
You'll learn how communication skills are applied in professional care settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Feversham Girls Academy. Assessment combines coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside sitting written examinations for certain units. The mix of internal and external assessment reflects the OCR Cambridge Technical specification for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Feversham Girls Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community health teams.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support for adults with learning disabilities.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management): moves you toward senior or supervisory roles in care.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: the Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma at Level 3 is recognised for university entry, making it a route into degree-level study in health professions.
T Level in Health (if available locally): a further technical qualification for those wanting a structured employer-placement route.
