Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus. You'll study full-time over one year, covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. This Pearson Edexcel health and social care qualification explores topics such as human development, safeguarding, communication, and care values. It can lead directly to roles like care assistant or open the door to higher-level study. Check the college website for current entry requirements; you'll also have an initial assessment to confirm the course 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 human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study the principles of safeguarding and protecting individuals in care settings.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users and colleagues.
You'll examine health, wellbeing, and the factors that affect them.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care.
You'll understand person-centred approaches to care and support.
You'll look at anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions relevant to care work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hillsborough Campus. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre; exams are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting timed assessments throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults with daily living in care homes or at home.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with people with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role after gaining experience.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in residential settings.
Community care worker: deliver care and support in clients' own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Pearson Edexcel): a larger qualification that can strengthen a university application.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course designed for adults aiming for nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Health and Social Care: a higher-level vocational route into management or specialist practice.
Nursing or Social Work degree: for those aiming for a registered profession.
