Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Canterbury. Classes run at The Canterbury Academy, full-time during the day. You'll need GCSE grade 4 or above in English and maths to enrol. This free health and social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, from understanding human development to supporting people's health and wellbeing. The course runs to 360 hours of study. Bursaries are available for eligible students.
Who this course is for
To provide a substantive part of a study programme for learners who want a strong core of the Health and Social Care sector study, with space for additional subjects studied to offer breadth or focus to their study programme.
Entry requirements
GCSE Grade 4 and above in English & maths
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing, and care in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages.
You'll learn how safeguarding and protection apply in care settings.
You'll examine the values and ethics that guide health and social care practice.
You'll develop understanding of anatomy and physiology relevant to care work.
You'll investigate how health and social care services are organised and delivered.
You'll build knowledge of communication approaches used with individuals in care.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are completed throughout the course and marked by your centre. External assessments test your knowledge of core units under exam conditions. Classroom sessions support both the written work and exam preparation.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Canterbury Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support individuals in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults or children with additional needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
Mental health support worker: assist people managing mental health conditions.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in people's own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university applications in nursing, midwifery, or social work.
T Level in Health (Education and Childcare): a technical qualification combining study with an industry placement.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: a Level 4 qualification for those moving into supervisory or specialist roles.
Degree in Nursing, Social Work, or Allied Health: the next step if you want to qualify as a registered professional.
