Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Thomas Rotherham College. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work or study in health and social care. Topics include equality and diversity, mental health and wellbeing, anatomy and physiology, public health, and nutrition. You'll also have opportunities for work placements in health and social care settings. Entry requires a grade 4 in English Language. The course counts as the equivalent of two A Levels and can be studied alongside other A Levels or BTEC Nationals.
Who this course is for
If you are interested in a career in health and social care, this work related 2-year course, equivalent to 2 A Levels will give you the knowledge and skills you need to take your first steps. It allows you to explore different health and social care roles to help you plan your future career options. You don't need any previous knowledge or experience of the health and social care sector to take this course. The course can be taken alongside other BTEC Nationals or A Levels to support move on toion to specific job roles or higher education courses in health and social care, for example occupational therapy or nursing.
Entry requirements
General Level 3 entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll explore equality, diversity and rights in health and social care settings.
You'll study person-centred approaches to care.
You'll learn about mental health and wellbeing.
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
You'll examine public health strategies and their impact.
You'll understand the role of nutrition and lifestyle in health.
You'll gain practical insight through work placements in health and social care settings.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through two exams and four non-examined assessments. Classes are delivered in the classroom at Thomas Rotherham College. Study visits and guest speakers from health and social care settings are part of the course. Work placement opportunities give you hands-on experience across a range of settings.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Thomas Rotherham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Youth worker: work with young people in community or charity roles.
Mental health support worker: provide day-to-day support to people with mental health needs.
Social care worker: help individuals live independently in the community.
Nursery or early years worker: care for and support young children.
What you could study next
Degree in Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct route to becoming a registered nurse.
Degree in Social Work: required to practise as a qualified social worker in the UK.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education route if you want to progress without a full three-year degree.
T Level in Health: a technical alternative at Level 3 if you want more placement-based study before moving into higher education or work.
