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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hammersmith and Fulham – Hammersmith & Fulham College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hammersmith and Fulham. Classes run at Hammersmith & Fulham College. This full-time daytime course takes two years and covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in health and social care settings. To enrol, you'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification with Functional Skills English and maths at Level 2. You'll also have an interview at enrolment. The course is equivalent to three A Levels and carries UCAS points for university entry.

Who this course is for

16-18 year olds

Entry requirements

You will need:

Four GCSEs grade 4 or above, including English and maths or A relevant Level 2 qualification and Functional Skills in English and maths at Level 2

You will alsohave an interview with our course tutors at enrolment, so we canensure the course is right for you.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the core principles of health and social care, including how services are organised and delivered in the UK.
  • You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects health and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn how to promote equality, diversity, and the rights of individuals in care settings.
  • You'll examine safeguarding practices and how to protect vulnerable people.
  • You'll develop understanding of anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
  • You'll learn how to communicate effectively with service users, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll build knowledge of mental health, disability, and social care needs.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hammersmith & Fulham College, combining taught lessons with coursework assignments. Assessment is through a mix of internally assessed units and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. The Extended Diploma is made up of two separate qualifications; you must achieve both to earn the full UCAS points. Year 1 covers core content, and successful completion leads to Year 2.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hammersmith & Fulham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support people with daily living in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or community health services.
  • Mental health support worker: work alongside people managing mental health conditions.
  • Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support for adults with learning disabilities.
  • Social care worker: help individuals access services and live independently.
  • Early years practitioner: work in childcare or nursery settings with young children.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC National Diploma carries UCAS points, making it a recognised route into university-level study.
  • BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Learning Disability): many universities accept this qualification as part of entry requirements.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option if you want to progress without a full degree.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): if you move into work and want a work-based qualification alongside your role.
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