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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, daytime health and social care qualification covers care across different population groups, from children to older adults. You'll study legislation that keeps care settings safe, policies on equal rights and opportunities, and the communication skills that every health and social care role depends on. The course runs over two years. Entry requires five Grade 4+ GCSEs, including a Grade C in Health.

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 explore how care is provided across different population groups, including children, adults, and older people.
  • You'll study the laws and legislation that govern safe care environments.
  • You'll learn about policies covering equal rights and opportunities in health and social care settings.
  • You'll develop communication skills essential for working with service users, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll examine the values and ethical principles that underpin professional care practice.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at Clacton Coastal Academy, with daytime sessions across the two-year course. Assessment methods for this NCFE qualification include written assignments and coursework that test your knowledge of legislation, communication, and care practice. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and set assessed tasks throughout 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 or older people in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community health services.
  • Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery or school settings.
  • Community care worker: deliver personal care and support to people living independently.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles. A natural next step if you move into paid care work.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for university-level study in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
  • T Level in Health: a two-year technical qualification for those wanting a deeper, employer-linked route into health careers.

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