Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Doncaster. Classes run at New College Doncaster. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care qualification covers human development, health conditions, safeguarding, and care values across a range of health and social care settings. You'll study health and social care classes alongside practical and theory-based units that build the knowledge employers and universities look for.
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll examine the principles of health, wellbeing, and care values.
You'll study safeguarding and protection in health and social care settings.
You'll learn about anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
You'll analyse the role of communication in care environments.
You'll investigate sociological and psychological perspectives on health.
You'll develop understanding of equality, diversity, and rights in care practice.
How you will learn
The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed over the course and marked by your tutors. External assessments are sat at set points during the two years. There are no traditional end-of-year exams for every unit; much of your work is portfolio and task-based, produced in the classroom.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New College Doncaster will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings.
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 nursery or childcare settings.
Community care worker: providing care and support in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker: assisting people with mental health conditions.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: the BTEC Extended Diploma meets entry requirements for many university courses in nursing, social work, and health sciences.
Nursing Associate Degree Apprenticeship: a work-based route into nursing for those already in a care role.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training in health and social care.
