Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Huntingdon. Classes run at St Peter's School. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers health, social care, and childcare settings, communication in care, legislation, and how care is delivered across different environments. It carries the same UCAS points as one A level, so it can support applications to university as well as entry into employment. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Biology or Core and Additional Science.
Who this course is for
This course has been developed for you if you want to develop your knowledge and understanding of health, social care and child care. It is equivalent to 1 A level (with the same UCAS points as 1 A level). The units we study will give you an understanding of health, social care and child care and the different environments and settings where care takes place, the importance of effective communication in health and social care, the importance of legislation in health and social care and how to deliver a person-centred approach in the care you give. You will also develop transferable skills such as communication skills as well as research, planning and organisation. . This course can be taken alongside other Vocational Qualifications or A levels, such as Biology, Psychology, Sociology, English and Applied Science
Entry requirements
You will need 5 grade 4 or above, including a 4 or above in English and Biology or Core & Additional Science
What you will learn
You'll explore the different environments and settings where health, social care, and childcare takes place.
You'll study the importance of effective communication in health and social care practice.
You'll examine key legislation that shapes how care is delivered and regulated.
You'll develop your understanding of human development across the life stages.
You'll learn how to support individuals' physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
You'll investigate safeguarding principles and how they apply in care settings.
How you will learn
The Course is delivered through classroom-based lessons at St Peter's School. Assessment combines internally assessed units, where you produce assignments and project work, with externally assessed components set and marked by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside sitting written examinations. Your teachers will guide you through each unit and provide feedback on your work throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Peter's School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Childcare worker: work in nurseries, after-school clubs, or family support.
Support worker: help individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Community care worker: deliver personal care and support in people's homes.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in early years settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 T Level in Health (HTQ route): a longer technical qualification with industry placement, suited to those wanting a stronger NHS or clinical pathway.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification available at many universities and colleges.
BSc (Hons) Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: degree-level study leading to professional registration. The UCAS points from this Course count toward entry.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory or management roles after gaining work experience.
