Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Enfield. Classes run at Winchmore School. This is a two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification designed as part of a balanced programme of study for higher education and employment. You'll need GCSE English Language at Grade 4, plus a Merit or above in a Health and Social Care Level 2 qualification, or a Grade 4 in a Humanities subject. The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings or progress to university-level study.
Who this course is for
Part of a balanced programme of study in preparation for higher education and employment
Entry requirements
GCSE English Language Grade 4. Merit or above in Health and Social Care Level 2 or a Grade 4 in a Humanities Subject
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages, from infancy to later adulthood.
You'll learn how to promote equality, diversity, and the rights of individuals in care settings.
You'll examine the factors that affect health and wellbeing, including lifestyle, environment, and socioeconomic influences.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and protecting vulnerable individuals.
You'll learn how effective communication supports care practice.
You'll investigate the role of health promotion and how it influences public health.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Winchmore School. Assessment combines written assignments, case studies, and externally assessed units. The Cambridge Technical Diploma uses a mix of internally assessed coursework and external examinations set by OCR. Your work is marked against set criteria throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Winchmore School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: working alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: providing day-to-day care and independence support.
Early years practitioner: working with young children in nursery or school settings.
Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a step toward management roles or degree-level study.
BSc (Hons) Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy degree: university courses that this Diploma is designed to support entry into.
CIPD Level 3 HR qualification: if you move toward a people-management or HR role within a care organisation.
