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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hereford – Hereford College of Arts

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Hereford. Classes run at Hereford College of Arts. This full-time, daytime health and social care course runs over 12 months and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, communication, and health and wellbeing. Entry requirements are discussed individually at a pre-entry assessment, so there's no fixed barrier to applying. The course suits those looking to build a solid foundation through a level 3 health and social care qualification before moving into work or further study.

Who this course is for

The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is the UK’s leading Further Education College for those aged 16 plus with visual impairment.

Whatever your goal, moving onto Further Education, Higher Education, into the world of work, setting up our own business or independent living RNC has a range of qualifications and training to help you achieve it.

Entry requirements

An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
  • You'll explore person-centred approaches to care and support.
  • You'll develop communication skills for working with service users and colleagues.
  • You'll learn about health, wellbeing, and factors that affect them.
  • You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in care environments.
  • You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of health and social care workers.
  • You'll understand legislation and policy relevant to care practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hereford College of Arts. Assessment is through a combination of coursework assignments and, where required by the OCR specification, externally assessed units. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside written tasks that demonstrate your understanding of health and social care practice.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereford College of Arts will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Support worker: help individuals with physical or learning disabilities.
  • Healthcare assistant: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support to people with mental health needs.
  • Residential care worker: work in supported living or residential settings.
  • Community care worker: deliver care in people's own homes.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care Management: moves you toward supervisory and team leader roles.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager status.
  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study for those wanting to progress into nursing, social work, or management careers.
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