Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Worcester – Worcester Sixth Form College
CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Worcester. Classes run at Worcester Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This one-year health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings. You'll study topics including human development, health conditions, safeguarding, and how care services are organised in the UK. The course suits those looking to move into care work or go on to further study in health-related subjects.
Who this course is for
See website https://www.wsfc.ac.uk/courses/a-levels/
What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll learn how health and social care services are structured and delivered in the UK.
You'll study safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll understand anatomy, physiology, and common health conditions.
You'll examine the values and ethics that underpin care practice.
You'll develop communication skills used in professional care settings.
You'll analyse factors that affect health and wellbeing, including social and environmental influences.
How you will learn
The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of internally assessed coursework and externally assessed written exams. Coursework units are marked by your tutors and moderated by OCR. Written exams test your knowledge of core topics. Classroom sessions combine taught lessons, group discussion, and independent study. Some units may include research tasks and case study work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Worcester Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people with daily living in care homes or in the community.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults or children with disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: supervise care teams after gaining experience.
Early years practitioner: some roles accept this health and social care qualification as relevant background.
Community health worker: deliver health support and signposting in local services.
What you could study next
T Level in Health (with Worcester Sixth Form College or another provider): a Level 3 technical qualification with a longer industry placement, suited to those wanting a stronger NHS or clinical pathway.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care (Level 4): a higher education route into management or specialist practice.
Foundation Degree or BSc in Nursing, Social Work, or Midwifery: universities recognise this OCR Extended Certificate as a relevant Level 3 qualification for entry to degree programmes.
