Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Carlisle. Classes run at Caldew School, full-time during the day, over one year. You'll study six units covering topics such as building positive relationships, equality and diversity in healthcare, health and safety, nutrition, anatomy and physiology, and supporting people with mental health conditions. Entry requirements include five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English. This level 3 health and social care qualification is awarded by OCR.
Who this course is for
The Extended Certificate consists of 6 units they are:
Unit 1:Building Positive Relationships
Unit 2:Equality, Diversity and Rights in Health Care
Unit 3:Health, Safety and Security in Health and Social Care
Unit 4:Nutrition for Health
Unit 5:Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
Unit 6:Supporting People with Mental Health Conditions
Entry requirements
Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English is a good indicator that you will be able to cope with the demands of the written work. However, individual commitment, interest, motivation and personal organisation are key factors in success in this course. Pupils do not need to have studied GCSE Health & Social Care but if they did they should have achieved above a Level 4 as an indicator of their interest in the subject.
What you will learn
You'll explore how to build and maintain positive relationships in care settings.
You'll study equality, diversity and rights in health and social care.
You'll learn health, safety and security responsibilities in care environments.
You'll examine the role of nutrition in supporting health and wellbeing.
You'll cover anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care practice.
You'll develop understanding of how to support people living with mental health conditions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Caldew School. The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate uses a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed exams across the six units. Assessment methods vary by unit and include written assignments and examinations. Your teachers will guide you through each unit in structured daytime classes throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Caldew 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.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health conditions.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
Nursery or early years worker: care and support role in childcare settings.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
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 (with OCR or another provider): a two-year technical qualification if you want to go deeper before entering work or higher education.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study for those aiming toward management, nursing, or social work roles.
