Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Westcliff-on-Sea. Classes run at Chase High School Sixth Form. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, maths and science. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the health science, social care and childcare sectors. It counts as one A Level in size, so it sits alongside other Level 3 subjects as part of a broader programme of study. It can open doors to university, higher training, and roles such as care assistant.
Who this course is for
If you're thinking about a career in health science, social care or childcare this course will give you an introduction to the sector whilst allowing you to study other subjects alongside it. Equivalent in size to one A Level, if you take it as part of a programme of study that includes other work related or academic Level 3 qualifications it can help you to move on to to a wide range of higher education and training opportunities.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English, maths and science at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing and social care practice.
You'll study human development across the life stages.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll learn about safeguarding, equality and person-centred care.
You'll investigate factors that affect physical and mental health.
You'll develop understanding of childcare and early years contexts.
You'll build skills in research, analysis and written communication relevant to the sector.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Chase High School Sixth Form. Assessment combines coursework assignments and written examinations. Some units are assessed entirely through internally marked assignments; others include externally set and marked exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside sitting formal exams at set points in the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Chase High School Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Nursery assistant: work with young children in early years settings.
Support worker: provide one-to-one support for people with disabilities.
Community care worker: deliver care in clients' own homes.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the natural next step if you want to move into a professional or management role in the sector.
BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): this qualification supports a university application for nursing degrees.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory or management roles after gaining work experience.
CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Early Years Education and Care: if you want to specialise in childcare and work toward a qualified practitioner role.
