Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Richmond College. The course covers health and social care across a wide range of settings, including work with children, adults, older people, and those with additional needs. You'll also spend time on work placements in relevant settings. The course runs full-time over 34 weeks. A free health and social care course for adults and school leavers alike, this level 3 health and social care qualification is delivered by OCR.
Who this course is for
This course is for students who wish to acquire skills and knowledge to prepare them for working in the health and social care sector. Within the course you will gain knowledge and understanding of a wide range of subject areas relating to health and social care, involving; children, adults, the elderly and people with additional needs. You will spend some of your time in a range of work related placements.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of health and social care principles across different client groups, including children, adults, and older people.
You'll learn how to support people with additional needs in care settings.
You'll understand safeguarding, duty of care, and person-centred approaches.
You'll gain practical experience through work placements in health and social care environments.
You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll explore communication skills used in professional care contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Richmond College, covering theory and applied knowledge across the qualification's units. Assessment includes coursework, assignments, and work-based placement activity. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm this is the right level for you, and the centre will use it to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Richmond College 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 settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private healthcare.
Early years practitioner: work with young children in nursery or childcare settings.
Support worker: help people with disabilities or additional needs live independently.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
Mental health support worker: assist people experiencing mental health difficulties.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or training in health and social care.
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: the next step for those moving into senior or supervisory care roles.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Health and Social Care: university-level study for those aiming toward professional or management roles in the sector.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: a focused route if you want to specialise in early years work.
