Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Carlisle College. You'll study full-time over 36 weeks, covering core topics including equality and diversity, safeguarding, communication, human growth and development, and infection prevention. The course includes up to 100 hours of work placement per year in a relevant health or social care setting. There's also an opportunity to join a Nurse Cadet placement at Cumberland Infirmary, gaining experience across a range of clinical settings. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, maths, and science, plus a satisfactory DBS check. Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care with certificate.
Who this course is for
This Course is aimed anyone interested in Health and Social Care (Health Studies). There is also the opportunity to include a placement as a Nurse Cadet at the Cumberland Infirmary.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) and above, including Maths and English, Science and two other academic subjects, The course requires students to complete up to 100 hours per year in an appropriate setting, which may involve work with children or vulnerable adults, In addition, you must obtain a satisfactory up to date DBS check. Please note that entry requirements and course offer can be subject to change at any time.
What you will learn
You'll study equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll learn safeguarding principles for working with children and vulnerable adults.
You'll develop communication skills relevant to care roles.
You'll explore human growth and development across the life course.
You'll cover infection prevention and control.
You'll study psychological perspectives and how they apply to care practice.
You'll learn about promoting public health and caring for individuals with dementia.
You'll gain practical experience through supervised work placements in health and social care settings.
How you will learn
You'll attend college three days a week for classroom-based learning. The rest of your study time is spent on work placement, completing up to 100 hours per year in an appropriate health or social care setting. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and practical evidence gathered during your placement. There are no formal written exams for most units.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carlisle College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to arrange a satisfactory DBS check before your placement begins.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community health.
Nursery nurse: care for and support young children in early years settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a natural next step if you want to move into supervisory or management roles.
Nursing or Midwifery degree: this qualification supports applications to university nursing programmes.
Health and Social Care Apprenticeship (Level 3 or 4): earn while you work and build on your placement experience.
Social Work degree: for those looking to qualify as a social worker.
