Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Holy Family Catholic High School. This full-time, daytime health and social care course takes two years to complete. You'll study topics covering human development, health conditions, care values, and working with individuals in health and social care settings. Entry requirements include GCSEs, and you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit. The course leads to the OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care, a Level 3 health and social care qualification with real weight in the sector.
Who this course is for
Students
Entry requirements
GCSEs
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study the principles of health, wellbeing, and care values.
You'll learn how health conditions affect individuals and their care needs.
You'll understand safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised in the UK.
You'll develop skills in communicating effectively in care settings.
You'll learn how to support individuals' rights, dignity, and independence.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, combining taught sessions with independent study. Assessment includes written assignments, research tasks, and unit-based coursework. Some units may also include external assessments set by OCR. Your work is built up over the two years, so you're assessed progressively rather than all at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Holy Family Catholic High 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 settings.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Residential support worker: provide care in residential or supported living settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles.
T Level in Health (Education and Childcare pathway): a full-time Level 3 option combining study with an industry placement.
Foundation Degree or HNC in Health and Social Care: a step into higher education for roles in nursing, social work, or healthcare management.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university-level study in nursing, midwifery, or social work.
