Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Sixth Form College. This two-year, full-time daytime health and social care course covers protecting vulnerable people, human development across the life stages, and the psychological and sociological dimensions of care. You'll combine classroom-based health and social care classes with group work, practical sessions, and at least 100 hours of work experience in a real care setting. The course builds the academic knowledge and practical skills needed for university or employment in health and social care.
Who this course is for
More details about studying Health and Social Care at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/health-amp-social-care-double-triple?category=applied-generals. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]
Entry requirements
Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll examine how to protect vulnerable people and uphold their rights.
You'll study how to treat service users with dignity and respect.
You'll analyse health and social care topics from psychological and sociological perspectives.
You'll develop skills in managing your own workload and working effectively in a team.
You'll build critical thinking and research skills through coursework.
You'll apply your learning in a health or social care workplace during a work experience placement.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based, with a mix of lessons, group work, practical sessions, and individual and group visits. Assessment is through coursework that you research and produce throughout the course. If you study the Double or Triple award, you'll also complete at least 100 hours of work experience in a health and social care setting, which forms part of your overall learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Learning disability support worker: provide day-to-day care and community support.
Early years practitioner: work with children in nursery or childcare settings.
Social care worker: support adults or young people in social care services.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct university route for those aiming to become a registered nurse.
Degree in Social Work: leads to a career as a qualified social worker.
Degree in Midwifery or Occupational Therapy: specialist health profession routes open to BTEC graduates.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher-education option if you want to step into further study before committing to a full degree.
