Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Halifax – Francis St Calderdale College

CostFREE
Duration586 hours
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, full-time during the day. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. The course runs to 586 hours of study. You'll explore topics such as safeguarding, person-centred care, health conditions, and communication. Free health and social care classes like these are a strong starting point for roles in care, support work, and health services.

Who this course is for

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of safeguarding and protecting individuals in care settings.
  • You'll study person-centred approaches and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll learn about a range of health conditions and how they affect people's lives.
  • You'll build communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
  • You'll explore mental health, dementia, and other specialist care topics.
  • You'll learn about legislation and professional standards that govern care work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Francis St Calderdale College. Assessment is a mix of written assignments, case studies, and portfolio work. You'll complete units that are assessed throughout the course rather than in a single exam. Your tutor will give feedback on your work as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College 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.
  • Support worker. Help individuals with daily living and independence.
  • Healthcare assistant. Assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
  • Mental health support worker. Work alongside people managing mental health conditions.
  • Domiciliary care worker. Provide personal care in people's own homes.
  • Senior care assistant. Take on a lead role within a care team.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Health and Social Care Management. Moves you toward supervisory and management roles in care.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. Required for registered manager roles in care services.
  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care. University-level study for those wanting to move into nursing, social work, or health management.

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