Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Liverpool. Classes run at St Helens College Knowsley Campus, part-time during the day. That makes it easier to fit around family, work, or other commitments. You'll study the knowledge and skills that underpin professional care work, covering areas such as safeguarding, person-centred practice, and health and wellbeing. The course runs to 489 hours in total. It's a recognised level 3 health and social care qualification from NCFE, and it can open doors to roles in care settings across the sector.
Who this course is for
This Course is for people who want to study Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care
Entry requirements
Please check www.knowsleycollege.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll learn how to apply person-centred approaches in care settings.
You'll explore health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll develop knowledge of communication skills used in health and social care.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers and the wider sector.
You'll learn about duty of care and professional boundaries in care work.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in a classroom setting at St Helens College Knowsley Campus. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments and practical tasks linked to the qualification requirements. You'll work through the course part-time during the day, building your knowledge and skills progressively across the 489 guided hours.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Helens College Knowsley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
Support worker: helping people with daily living and independence.
Healthcare assistant: working alongside clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Senior care worker: taking on lead responsibility within a care team.
Domiciliary care worker: providing care in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker: supporting people with mental health needs.
Residential care worker: working in care homes for older adults or adults with disabilities.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Adult Care: moves you toward supervisory and management roles in care settings.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager or senior leadership positions.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a route into nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university.
