Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Merton. Classes run at Raynes Park High School. This two-year, full-time daytime course gives you a grounding in health and social care, covering the knowledge and skills needed for work in the sector or progression to university. The OCR Cambridge Technical qualification carries UCAS points, so it counts toward higher education applications alongside employment routes. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, plus a merit or above in a relevant Level 2 Health and Social Care or Child Development qualification.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Cambridge Advanced National (AAQ) in Health and Social Care is a vocational qualification designed to give students an insight into this essential and important sector. It gives learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment in Health and Social Care and attracts UCAS points that equate to similar-sized general qualifications within education institutions within the UK for progression to Higher Education.
Entry requirements
5 GCSE's at grade 5 (C) or above including English and Maths
merit or above in H&SC and/or Merit or above in Level Child Development and Care
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects care needs.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin professional care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals in care settings.
You'll investigate health, wellbeing, and the factors that influence them.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding, legislation, and duty of care.
You'll build knowledge of conditions and needs relevant to social care and health settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Raynes Park High School. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate combines internally assessed coursework and externally assessed units. You'll complete assignments and projects that apply your knowledge to real care contexts, alongside examinations set and marked by OCR.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Raynes Park High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: provide care and support in people's homes.
Residential care worker: support residents in care homes day to day.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the UCAS points from this qualification support a direct university application.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ route): if you move into paid care work, this is the vocational qualification recognised for career progression in the sector.
Nursing or Midwifery degree: a common next step for those aiming at registered healthcare roles.
