Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Saint Helens. Classes run at St Helens College on a part-time daytime basis, making it manageable alongside other commitments. This health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in care settings, from supporting individuals with daily needs to understanding safeguarding, mental health, and person-centred care. The course runs for 420 hours in total. You'll sit an initial assessment so the college can confirm this is the right level for you and plan your learning from there.
Who this course is for
This Course is for people who want to study Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Entry requirements
Please check www.sthelens.ac.uk/courses
What you will learn
You'll understand how to provide person-centred care and support individual needs
You'll learn about safeguarding adults and children, including how to recognise and respond to abuse
You'll develop knowledge of mental health conditions and how to support people living with them
You'll explore health promotion and the factors that affect health and wellbeing
You'll understand communication skills needed in health and social care settings
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in care practice
You'll gain knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common conditions relevant to care work
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at St Helens College. Assessment is through a combination of written assignments, case studies, and portfolio work. You'll build evidence of your knowledge and understanding across the units throughout the course. There are no formal written exams for this qualification; your assessments are submitted as coursework.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Helens College 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
Support worker: helping people with physical or learning disabilities live independently
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in hospitals or GP surgeries
Mental health support worker: working with people experiencing mental health conditions
Domiciliary carer: providing personal care and support in people's own homes
Senior care assistant: taking on a lead role in a residential care team
What you could study next
With a Level 3 Extended Diploma, you can move into higher-level study or specialist training.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a route into nursing, social work, or allied health degrees at university
Level 4 or 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory or management roles in care settings
Nursing Associate or Nursing degree apprenticeship: for those wanting to progress into registered nursing
