Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Brent – Claremont High School
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Brent. Classes run at Claremont High School. Entry requires a GCSE average point score of 5 or above. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people with health needs. The level 3 health and social care classes are delivered by OCR and build toward roles in care, health services, and related fields.
Who this course is for
Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care
Entry requirements
5 or above GCSE APS
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn how to support individuals with physical and mental health needs.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll develop knowledge of communication skills used in care settings.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to promote health and wellbeing in a care context.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, written assignments, and coursework. Assessment combines internally assessed units (marked by your centre and moderated by OCR) with externally assessed components set and marked by OCR. There are no traditional written exams for all units; some are assessed through tasks, case studies, and research projects completed during the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Claremont High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health conditions.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day support in community settings.
Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's care settings.
Social care worker: support individuals and families through local authority services.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health (OCR): a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, if you want to move toward healthcare roles.
Foundation Degree or HND in Health and Social Care: a higher-level route into nursing, social work, or care management.
Nursing or Social Work degree: for those aiming at registered professional roles.
