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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 including human development, safeguarding, communication, and health promotion. Entry requirements are discussed individually at a pre-entry assessment, so there's no fixed barrier to applying. The course leads to roles such as care assistant and can open doors to higher-level 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 explore human growth and development across the life span.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
  • You'll learn effective communication skills for care environments.
  • You'll examine health promotion and factors that affect wellbeing.
  • You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
  • You'll investigate the structure and values of health and social care services in the UK.

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 externally assessed units set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside completing written tasks. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback on your progress throughout the year.

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 in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Support worker: work with adults with disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Community care worker: provide care and support in people's own homes.
  • Senior care assistant: step up to a supervisory role after gaining experience.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: suited to those moving into team leader or supervisory positions.
  • Foundation Degree or HNC in Health and Social Care: a route into higher education for those wanting to progress toward nursing, social work, or healthcare management.
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