Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Bexley. Classes run at Welling School. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs including English, maths and science at grade 4 or above to enrol. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers health science, social care and childcare, and sits alongside other Level 3 subjects as part of a broader programme of study. It carries the same size as one A Level, making it a recognised route into higher education and training in health and care.
Who this course is for
If you're thinking about a career in health science, social care or childcare this course will give you an introduction to the sector whilst allowing you to study other subjects alongside it. Equivalent in size to one A Level, if you take it as part of a programme of study that includes other work related or academic Level 3 qualifications it can help you to move on to to a wide range of higher education and training opportunities.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English, maths and science at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing and social care practice.
You'll study human development across the life stages.
You'll learn how care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine safeguarding, equality and person-centred care.
You'll develop understanding of health conditions and their impact on individuals.
You'll explore childcare and early years contexts alongside adult social care.
You'll build knowledge of communication in professional care settings.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at Welling School as part of a full-time daytime timetable. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units. Some units are assessed by written exams set and marked by OCR; others are assessed through centre-marked assignments based on real scenarios and case studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Welling School 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.
Childcare worker: work in nurseries, schools or family support services.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
Early years practitioner: work with children aged 0 to 5 in early years settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Health and Social Care: the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health (with the NHS or a care provider): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health Sciences: the Extended Certificate supports UCAS applications for university entry.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce: if you want to specialise in childcare and early years education.
