Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Chester-le-Street. Classes run at Park View Sixth Form, full-time during the day over two years. You'll need a grade 4 in a Level 2 equivalent subject, or a grade 5 in English Language, to be considered. The course covers communication in health and social care settings, alongside the practical and interpersonal skills needed for people-centred work.
Who this course is for
Students develop a knowledge and understanding of communication and practice in social and health settings, the understanding and development of key skills in terms of working in a health care or people centered profession are the focus of the course.
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in level 2 equivalent course or Grade 5 in English Language
What you will learn
You'll explore communication methods used in health and social care settings.
You'll develop understanding of person-centred approaches to care.
You'll study key principles of working professionally in health and social settings.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
You'll learn how to support the wellbeing and rights of individuals in care.
You'll develop skills relevant to working in people-centred professions.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Park View Sixth Form. The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed units. You'll complete assignments and practical tasks that reflect real situations in health and social care work. Assessment is ongoing across the two years of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Park View Sixth Form 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.
Support worker: work with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nurseries or children's care settings.
Community care worker: deliver care in clients' own homes.
Social care administrator: coordination and admin roles within care services.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care: deepen your specialist knowledge for senior or supervisory roles.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route, often available part-time.
BSc (Hons) in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: university degree routes for regulated professional roles. Many universities accept the OCR Cambridge Technical at Level 3 as a qualifying entry qualification.
