Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Grace Academy Solihull. 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 health and social care qualification covers the core knowledge and skills needed across health, social care and childcare settings. Equivalent in size to one A Level, it sits alongside other Level 3 subjects as part of a broader programme of study, opening routes into higher education and employment in the sector.
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 care in a range of settings.
You'll study human development across the life stages and what affects it.
You'll learn how safeguarding and duty of care work in practice.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll develop understanding of communication in care environments.
You'll look at equality, diversity and rights in health and social care contexts.
You'll build knowledge relevant to childcare and early years settings alongside adult social care.
How you will learn
The course is delivered through classroom-based lessons at Grace Academy Solihull. Assessment combines coursework assignments and written examinations, as required by the OCR Cambridge Technical specification. You'll complete units through a mix of tutor-led sessions, research tasks and written work submitted for assessment throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Grace Academy Solihull will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Childcare worker: work in nurseries, playgroups or after-school provision.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in the community.
Mental health support worker: assist people with mental health needs day to day.
Early years practitioner: work with children from birth to five in early years settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that may strengthen your university application or open more direct employment routes.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study for those wanting to move into nursing, social work or healthcare management.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): a work-based route for those moving directly into a care role and wanting a vocational qualification alongside it.
