Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Broadstairs. Classes run at Broadstairs College, full-time during the day. You'll build the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in care-based roles, covering the health and social care sector in depth. The course runs for 44 weeks. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 3 health and social care qualification is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
Expand your knowledge of the Health and Care sector and equip yourself with the skills required to succeed within a care-based role.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of health and social care practice
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing
You'll explore safeguarding and how to keep vulnerable people safe
You'll study person-centred approaches to care
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals and their families
You'll understand health and safety responsibilities in care environments
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Broadstairs College, with a mix of taught lessons, group discussion, and practical activities. Assessment is through a combination of assignments, written tasks, and portfolio evidence that you build up over the 44 weeks. There are no formal written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Broadstairs College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support individuals in residential or home care settings
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role within a care team
Domiciliary care worker: deliver care to people in their own homes
Day centre support worker: support adults in community day services
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: moves you toward supervisory and management roles in care settings.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): a work-based qualification that many employers require for senior care roles and is recognised in staffing ratios.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): opens the route to nursing, social work, or occupational therapy degrees at university.
