Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Marlborough. Classes run at St John's Marlborough, full-time during the day over two years. This level 3 health and social care qualification is designed for both employment and university entry. It carries the same UCAS points as one A-Level, so it keeps both routes open. You'll study topics across health, care, and social care practice, building knowledge that employers and universities both value. Entry requires standard sixth form qualifications and strong written English.
Who this course is for
The Cambridge Extended Technical Award is a high-quality alternative to A-Levels, and carries the same UCAS points as one A-Level. This award is up-to-date and has been designed after significant consultation with employers, and whilst it is a vocational qualification it is also designed with entry to Higher Education in mind.
Entry requirements
The standard sixth form entry. Good written English skills and a dedication to the Course are essential.
What you will learn
You'll explore how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages and how it shapes care needs.
You'll examine the values and principles that underpin professional care practice.
You'll learn how to communicate effectively with individuals in care settings.
You'll investigate health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll develop understanding of safeguarding and the duty of care.
You'll analyse how legislation and policy shape health and social care work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at St John's Marlborough. Assessment combines coursework and written examinations, as set by OCR for the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate. Coursework units are assessed through assignments and projects. Some units are assessed by external OCR examinations. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 3 health and social care course is the right fit and to plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St John's Marlborough will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in home or residential care.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
Residential support worker: provide overnight and live-in care in residential homes.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education qualification, often available part-time alongside work.
BSc (Hons) in Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy: degree-level study leading to professional registration. The UCAS points from this Course count toward your application.
Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care: a work-based qualification for those moving into senior care roles rather than higher education.
PGCE or teacher training: for those who later want to teach health and social care.
