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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Clacton-on-Sea – Clacton Coastal Academy

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Clacton-on-Sea. Classes run at Clacton Coastal Academy. This full-time, two-year health and social care course covers care across different population groups, communication skills for care settings, and the laws and policies that keep people safe and treated fairly. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade C in Health, to be considered. The course leads to roles in care, nursing support, and social work assistance.

Who this course is for

Health and Social Care provides an insight into the care of various population groups.

Students will need to understand the laws and legislations required to keep premises safe as well as policies involving equal rights and opportunities.

Students will learn communication skills essential for any health or social care profession.

Entry requirements

5 Grade 4+, including a C in Health.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand how to care for different population groups, including older adults and people with disabilities.
  • You'll learn the laws and legislation that govern safe, compliant care environments.
  • You'll explore equal rights and opportunities policies and how they apply in practice.
  • You'll develop communication skills used across health and social care professions.
  • You'll study how to support people's physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Clacton Coastal Academy over two full-time years. Learning is delivered through taught sessions covering care theory, legislation, and communication. Assessment is based on the NCFE Technical Certificate specification and will include coursework and examinations. Your tutor will guide you through each topic area across the duration of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Clacton Coastal Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community services.
  • Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
  • Learning disability support worker: help people with learning disabilities live independently.
  • Early years practitioner: support children's development in nursery or school settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care: deepens your knowledge and moves you toward supervisory or specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): a work-based qualification recognised for progression in frontline care roles.
  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health Studies: university-level study for those aiming toward registered professional status. Many universities accept this level 3 health and social care qualification as part of their entry requirements.

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