Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Walsall. Classes run at Aldridge School. This is a full-time, two-year health and social care qualification studied during the day. You'll cover the knowledge and skills that underpin work in care settings, including human development, safeguarding, health promotion, and supporting individuals with their needs. The OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is a Level 3 qualification that carries weight with employers and universities.
Who this course is for
If you are interested in Health & Social Care
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable individuals.
You'll understand person-centred approaches to care and support.
You'll examine the factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social, economic, and environmental influences.
You'll develop knowledge of communication skills used in care settings.
You'll learn about health promotion and how to support individuals to make positive choices.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Aldridge School. Assessment combines coursework and assignments completed throughout the two years. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside written tasks that test your understanding of health and social care topics. Some units are assessed through external examinations set by OCR.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Aldridge School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: working in nurseries or children's centres.
Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's own homes.
Residential support worker: providing overnight or live-in care in residential settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): the work-based qualification many employers require for senior care roles. Combines well with experience gained after this course.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): a one-year course that prepares you for university-level study in nursing, social work, or allied health.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification available at many colleges and universities.
