Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Worcester – Worcester Sixth Form College
CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care Course in Worcester. Classes run at Worcester Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This one-year course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study topics such as human development, safeguarding, communication, and person-centred care. The OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is a recognised Level 3 qualification that can open doors to care roles or further study.
Who this course is for
See website https://www.wsfc.ac.uk/courses/a-levels/
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles underpinning health and social care practice.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical and emotional needs.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine health promotion and factors affecting wellbeing.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to care settings.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Worcester Sixth Form College through a mix of taught sessions, group work, and practical activities. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside completing assessed tasks throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Worcester Sixth Form College 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.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: step up to a supervisory role with experience.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior roles.
T Level in Health (Education and Childcare pathway): a technical alternative if you want to continue full-time study.
Foundation Degree or Higher National Certificate in Health and Social Care: a route into degree-level study or nursing.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university courses in nursing, midwifery, or social work.
