Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Witney. Evening classes run at Abingdon & Witney College Witney Campus, full-time over one week. This health and social care qualification covers working in a range of settings, from schools to care homes, with care users from children to older adults. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including two from English, Maths and Science, or a Level 1 pass in a related subject with grade 3 in English or Maths and both at least grade 2, or Level 1 Functional Skills.
Who this course is for
This course provides the basics for working within a wide range of settings such as schools and care homes with a variety of care users from children to the elderly. T-Level FoundDo you enjoy helping others? Would you like to make a positive difference to the lives of service users? A career in health and social care is both challenging and fulfilling. This course provides the basics for working within a wide range of settings with a variety of care users from children to the elderly.
Entry requirements
4 GCSES at grade 3 including 2 of English Maths and Science OR Level 1 pass in a related subject plus grade 3 in English or Maths and both subjects must be at least grade 2 / Level 1 Functional Skills.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of working in health and social care settings.
You'll learn how to support a range of service users, from children to older adults.
You'll study safeguarding and how to keep vulnerable people safe.
You'll develop knowledge of health, wellbeing, and person-centred care.
You'll learn about communication skills needed in care environments.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers in different settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions in the evenings. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and practical tasks that reflect real care settings. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the course to demonstrate your knowledge and skills.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abingdon & Witney College Witney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant, supporting adults or children in residential or community settings.
Healthcare support worker, assisting clinical staff in care environments.
School support assistant, working with children in educational settings.
Home care worker, providing personal care and support in people's homes.
Residential support worker, working in care homes with older adults or young people.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility in care roles and work toward senior positions.
T-Level in Health, a two-year qualification for those looking to move into higher-level health or science careers.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into a teaching or training role within the sector.
