Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Crawley. Classes run at Hazelwick School, full-time during the day. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above to enrol. The course takes two years and covers a mix of coursework and examined units. You'll study topics that prepare you for roles supporting people in care and health settings. Lesson activities include discussion, research, group work, and practical tasks. This free health and social care qualification is awarded by OCR.
Who this course is for
Health and Social Care is a great course to study if you want to work with people. Both courses take two years. Lessons are varied as you will study a combination of coursework and examined units. Lesson activities include discussion, research, practical activities, completing coursework, group work and much more.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin care practice, including dignity and safeguarding.
You'll analyse the factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll develop skills in research, written communication, and presenting evidence.
You'll apply your knowledge to real care scenarios through coursework and case studies.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom discussion, research tasks, group work, and practical activities. Assessment combines coursework units and written examinations. Coursework is completed over the course and submitted for marking; examined units are sat at set points in the academic year. Lessons are varied and interactive, giving you the chance to explore topics in depth before applying them in assessed work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hazelwick School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or community care.
Support worker: working with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: working in nurseries or children's centres.
Community care worker: providing care and support in people's homes.
Social care administrator: coordinating services and records within a care organisation.
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.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university entry in nursing, social work, or midwifery.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route, often available part-time.
BSc Nursing or Social Work degree: for those aiming toward registered professional status.
