Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College. This full-time, daytime health and social care qualification takes two years to complete. You'll study through classroom sessions, group discussion, project work, and at least one day a week on work placement. In year one you cover the 90 Credit Diploma; in year two you complete the full Extended Diploma. The course is designed for those aiming to go on to university or build a career in health and social care.
Who this course is for
If you are keen to develop a career in health and social care and are thinking of going to university, then this is the course for you. Our course will help you explore a range of exciting health and social care topics through classroom study, group discussion, work placements and project work., , In your first year you will study the 90 Credit Diploma and, upon successful completion of this, you will progress to your second year, where you will complete your Extended Diploma. Our course will ta
Entry requirements
Applicants must have 5 GCSEs grade 4 and above (A*-C) including English and maths. Alternatively, you will be considered if you have achieved a relevant Level 2 qualification. Entry is subject to a satisfactory reference and interview. , , Entry decisions will be discretionary at interview. Students will continually be assessed through probation period to ensure they are on the correct level., , You will also need to complete a DBS check, attend an interview and provide satisfactory references.
What you will learn
You'll explore a range of health and social care topics, including how services are organised and delivered.
You'll examine human development across the lifespan and how it relates to care practice.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll analyse safeguarding principles and how they apply in care settings.
You'll develop understanding of equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care.
You'll apply research and analytical skills through project work and assignments.
You'll gain practical insight through regular work placement in a care or health setting.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom study, group discussion, and project work at Heart of Worcestershire College. You'll also attend a work placement for at least one day a week. Assessment is coursework-based, using assignments and projects completed throughout the two years. There are no traditional written exams for most units. You'll be assessed on an ongoing basis, including during a probation period, to make sure the course is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to complete a DBS check before your work placement begins.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and independence support.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after gaining experience.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or family support settings.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC National Extended Diploma is widely accepted for university entry onto degree-level health and social care programmes.
BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Learning Disabilities): many universities accept this qualification as part of their entry criteria.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care: a work-focused alternative to a full degree, studied at Level 4 and 5.
