Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Peterborough. Classes run at Peterborough College, full-time during the day. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in care settings. The course runs for 36 weeks. You'll study topics including safeguarding, person-centred care, mental health, and communication. It's a strong foundation for roles in adult social care, including working as a care assistant.
Who this course is for
Please contact the college for further information on this course
Entry requirements
Please contact the college for entry requirement details
What you will learn
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll learn how to support individuals using person-centred approaches.
You'll explore mental health conditions and how care services respond to them.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users, families, and colleagues.
You'll study health and wellbeing, including promoting healthy lifestyles.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
You'll understand legislation and professional standards that govern health and social care work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Peterborough College. Assessment on the Extended Diploma typically combines written assignments, case studies, and practical observations. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the 36 weeks. Contact the college directly to confirm the specific assessment methods for this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Peterborough College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or in the community.
Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries.
Senior care assistant: taking on a lead role within a care team.
Residential support worker: providing care in supported living settings.
Domiciliary care worker: delivering care in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step if you want to move into a senior or supervisory care role.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: suited to those aiming for registered manager positions.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): prepares you for university-level study in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
