Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Newquay. Classes run at Newquay Tretherras. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 health and social care qualification to enrol. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed across health, social care, and early years settings. It carries the same UCAS points as two A levels, so it supports applications to university as well as routes into apprenticeships.
Who this course is for
If you're considering a career in health and social care and would like to take a work related route to either higher education courses or an apprenticeship then this course may suit you. It's designed to be taken as part of a study programme alongside other work related qualifications or A levels and will give you an introduction to the sector and the career paths available within it. Equivalent to 2 A levels, it's useful for anyone considering careers such as social work, nursing and early years education.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 or above including English and maths or a relevant level 2 health and social care qualification.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll study human development across the life stages, from infancy to later adulthood.
You'll learn how health conditions and social factors affect people's wellbeing.
You'll examine safeguarding, duty of care, and professional responsibilities.
You'll develop understanding of communication in care settings.
You'll investigate career paths in social work, nursing, and early years.
You'll build knowledge of how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
How you will learn
The Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units marked by OCR. Classroom-based learning at Newquay Tretherras includes taught sessions, case studies, and group work. Some units require you to complete structured tasks and produce written evidence. External assessments are sat under exam conditions at set points during the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newquay Tretherras will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in residential or home care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nurseries or pre-schools.
Social care worker: support vulnerable people in community settings.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
Residential support worker: provide care in supported living or care homes.
What you could study next
A level 3 health and social care qualification at this level opens several routes forward.
A degree in nursing, social work, or midwifery: the Diploma carries UCAS points equivalent to two A levels.
A degree in early childhood studies or health sciences: for those drawn to children's services or public health.
A higher or degree apprenticeship in nursing or social work: combining work and study at Level 4 or above.
A Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory roles.
