Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Batley. Classes run at Batley Girls' High School. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English Language. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification is equivalent to two A levels and covers the sector alongside other qualifications in your study programme. It introduces career paths in areas such as nursing, social work, and early years, and supports progression to higher education or an apprenticeship.
Who this course is for
If you're considering a career in health and social care and would like to take a work related route to either higher education courses or an apprenticeship then this course may suit you. It's designed to be taken as part of a study programme alongside other work related qualifications or A levels and will give you an introduction to the sector and the career paths available within it. Equivalent to 2 A levels, it's useful for anyone considering careers such as social work, nursing and early years education.
Entry requirements
Five GCSE's at grade 4 or above including a GCSE Grade 4 in English Language.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll study human development across the life stages.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn about safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care settings.
You'll investigate the factors that affect health and wellbeing.
You'll develop understanding of communication in care environments.
You'll explore career pathways in nursing, social work, early years, and related fields.
How you will learn
The Cambridge Technical Diploma uses a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed units. You'll complete assignments, case studies, and research tasks in the classroom. Some units are assessed through written examinations set by OCR. Your teacher will mark coursework against set criteria, and OCR moderates the results.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Batley Girls' High School 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.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
Residential support worker: provide care in supported living environments.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct route to becoming a registered nurse.
Degree in Social Work: required to practise as a qualified social worker.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option, often available part-time.
Higher Apprenticeship in Health or Social Care: earn while you train at Level 4 or 5.
Level 3 T Level in Health: an alternative technical qualification if you want more workplace experience alongside study.
