Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College. You'll study full-time during the day, completing the course in around one year. The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings, from understanding care values to supporting people with their physical and emotional wellbeing. It's a strong foundation for roles such as care assistant. Check The Sheffield College website for the latest entry requirements; an initial assessment will confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and social needs.
You'll study safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll develop an understanding of health conditions and how they affect people's lives.
You'll learn about person-centred approaches to care.
You'll cover communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues.
You'll examine equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Sheffield College. Assessment for the NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care (VRQ) is through coursework and assignments rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence demonstrating your knowledge and understanding across the units covered during the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Residential care worker: providing care in a residential or supported living setting.
Community care worker: delivering care to people in their own homes.
Senior care assistant: a step up once you have experience and further qualifications.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ): the qualification many employers require for senior care roles and career progression in regulated settings.
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: for those moving into supervisory or management roles.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health): if you want to move toward a degree in nursing, social work, or a related field.
