Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Cannock – South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus

CostFREE
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Cannock. Classes run at South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus. You'll need four GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language and maths, to enrol. The course runs full-time over 35 weeks and covers the skills and knowledge needed to work across health and social care settings. It's structured across two years: Year 1 leads to the Level 3 Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care, equivalent to 1.5 A levels.

Who this course is for

Are you a caring person? Do you like helping others? Do you like working with a variety of people? Then this is the course for you!

The level 3 Health and Social Care course will provide you with the skills, knowledge and experience to work in the health and social care industries.

Completion of Year 1 of the course is the Level 3 Technical Certificate in Health and Social Care and is the equivalent of 1.5 A levels.

Completion of Year 2 of the course is the Level 3 Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care and is the equivalent of 3 A levels.

This course can provide you with progression into employment, to an apprenticeship, or to university.

Entry requirements

To enrol onto the level 3 Health and Social Care course you need four GCSE�s at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent). These must include English Language and maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
  • You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
  • You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
  • You'll explore human development across the lifespan, from infancy to old age.
  • You'll learn about communication skills in care settings and how to adapt your approach for different people.
  • You'll understand equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care practice.
  • You'll gain practical knowledge of health conditions and how they affect daily life.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus. Assessment combines coursework assignments, case studies, and practical tasks. Some units may include work placement to build hands-on experience in a care setting. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than through a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Staffordshire College Cannock Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in residential or home care
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
  • Support worker: working with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs
  • Senior care assistant: leading a small team in a residential care home
  • Early years practitioner: working with young children in nursery or childcare settings
  • Community care worker: delivering care to people in their own homes
  • Reablement support worker: helping people regain independence after illness or injury

What you could study next

A Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care opens several routes forward. You could apply to university to study nursing, social work, occupational therapy, or a related health profession. Many universities recognise this qualification for entry onto degree programmes. Alternatively, you could progress to a Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care, which supports senior or management roles in care settings. Some learners go on to complete a nursing associate or degree apprenticeship.

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