Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Cardinal Hume Catholic School. Entry requires a Merit or above in a Vocational Health and Social Care subject. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. You'll study topics such as human development, safeguarding, and care values. The OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Health and Social Care is a recognised level 3 health and social care qualification that can open doors to employment or further study in the sector.
Who this course is for
For students who have sat Vocational Health & Social Care and achieved a Merit or above
Entry requirements
Vocational Grade of Merit or Above in Subject Area
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn about safeguarding and the protection of vulnerable individuals.
You'll examine health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll develop understanding of communication in care settings.
You'll investigate how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll apply knowledge to real care scenarios through case studies and assignments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Cardinal Hume Catholic School. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed units set by OCR. Coursework is completed over the two years of the course. Some units are assessed by written examinations. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and support you in building your portfolio of evidence.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cardinal Hume Catholic School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults or children with additional needs.
Early years practitioner: care and support for young children in nursery settings.
Mental health support worker: assist people living with mental health conditions.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care to people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Management): the next step if you want to move into supervisory or management roles in care.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Health and Social Care: many universities accept this level 3 health and social care qualification for entry onto degree programmes.
Nursing Associate or Apprenticeship routes: employer-based training that builds on your level 3 health and social care classes.
