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Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Gosport for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Bay House School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Healthcare Assistant Courses in Gosport.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Gosport. Classes run at Bay House School. You'll need 6 GCSEs at grades 4 to 9, including English Language at grade 4 and a grade 4 in two separate sciences or Double Science. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to understand how health and care services work, how people are supported, and the values that underpin good care. It suits those with a genuine interest in exploring health, wellbeing, and social issues.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who have a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in health and social care and a willingness to explore new ideas.

Entry requirements

Standard entry requirements:

  • 6 GCSE grades 4-9, including 2 @ grade 5 or higher

Subject specific entry requirements:

  • Double Science (Core and Additional) - Grade 4 in BOTH, or a grade 4 in two separate Sciences
  • English Language - GCSE grade 4

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 factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
  • You'll learn about safeguarding, equality, and the rights of people using care services.
  • You'll develop understanding of communication skills used in health and care settings.
  • You'll investigate how conditions such as dementia, mental ill health, or physical disability affect individuals and their care needs.
  • You'll analyse current issues and policy affecting health and social care provision.

How you will learn

The course is delivered through classroom-based lessons at Bay House School. Assessment combines coursework assignments and written examinations. Some units are assessed through internally marked assignments; others are assessed by OCR-set exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside sitting formal exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bay House School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
  • Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
  • Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
  • Early years practitioner: care for and support young children in nursery or school settings.
  • Community health worker: deliver health promotion and support in local communities.
  • Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential care settings.

What you could study next

A level 3 health and social care qualification opens several routes into further study.

  • T Level in Health (Health Science): a two-year technical qualification with a substantial industry placement.
  • Level 4 or 5 Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: a step toward degree-level study.
  • Nursing, midwifery, or social work degree: universities accept this qualification as part of entry requirements for relevant degree programmes.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care: if you move directly into work, this NVQ-style qualification is recognised by employers in the care sector.
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