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Level 3 Health and Social Care Course at Tameside College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Health and Social Care Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College. You'll study full-time during the day, completing seven units across the year alongside a minimum of 30 hours of work placement in the sector. The course covers key topics including equality and diversity, and uses a range of teaching methods such as case studies, group work, practical activities, and extended writing. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above to apply, and you'll be interviewed before you start. NCFE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care with certificate.

Who this course is for

This is a full time study programme. You will complete a minimum of 30 hours work placement to gain a real life insight into this sector. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, case studies, assessments, group work, practical work, projects, extended writing and interactive activities.

Throughout the course you will study 7 units in total. These include:

  • Equality and Diversity
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Safeguarding and protection
  • Anatomy and Physiology

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above You will be interviewed by the subject teacher. You should be enthusiastic about working within the Health and Social Care Sector and be able to participate in work experience.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore equality and diversity in health and social care settings.
  • You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and duty of care.
  • You'll study how to support individuals' health, wellbeing, and personal care needs.
  • You'll learn about communication skills in care environments.
  • You'll examine the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience through a minimum of 30 hours of work placement.
  • You'll complete projects and extended writing to demonstrate your knowledge across seven units.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom-based methods designed to suit different learning styles. These include case studies, group work, practical tasks, projects, extended writing, and interactive activities. Assessment takes place through coursework and unit-based tasks completed over the year. You'll also complete a minimum of 30 hours of work placement, giving you direct experience in a real care setting.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Tameside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living needs in care homes or at home.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or community settings.
  • Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Home care worker: providing personal care and companionship in people's homes.
  • Residential care worker: supporting residents in supported living or care home environments.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to move into senior care roles or apply to university.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): the work-based qualification many employers look for in senior care assistant and team leader roles.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): a route into nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university.
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