Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Wakefield. Classes run at Woodkirk Academy. This is a full-time daytime health and social care qualification studied over two years. You'll cover communication, equality and diversity, health and safety, human development, and optional units such as caring for older people. The course is available as a Subsidiary Diploma (equivalent to one A-level) or a full Diploma (equivalent to two A-levels). The Diploma includes 120 hours of work experience. Assessment is portfolio-based throughout.
Who this course is for
BTEC level 3 Subsidiary Diploma QCF
Entry requirements
See school website
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in effective communication within health and social care settings.
You'll study equality, diversity, and rights as they apply to care practice.
You'll learn about health, safety, and security responsibilities in care environments.
You'll explore human development across the lifespan.
You'll examine the roles and responsibilities of workers and organisations in the healthcare system.
You'll study optional specialist topics, which may include caring for older people or complementary therapies.
You'll build skills in independence, organisation, and teamworking through portfolio-based tasks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Woodkirk Academy. Assessment is through coursework and a portfolio of evidence you build across the course. Each unit is assessed through the portfolio rather than exams. If you study the full Diploma, you'll also have the opportunity to complete 120 hours of work experience as part of your qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Woodkirk Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living needs in care settings.
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: work in nurseries or children's care settings.
Community care worker: provide care and support in people's own homes.
Senior care assistant: step into a supervisory role with experience.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or HNC in Health and Social Care: a natural next step if you want to move into a supervisory or specialist role.
BSc (Hons) in Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy: university entry for regulated health professions. The Diploma award (two A-level equivalent) supports UCAS applications.
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ-style): work-based qualification recognised for career progression in adult social care.
