Cost�4670.00 There is a required charge for uniform and materials, and final costs will be confirmed with updated information provided closer to the start of the course.(Previous courses: �50 for uniform, �35 materials and �15 for educational visits)
Level 3 Social Care Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time over two years. To enrol, you'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 to 9, including English at grade 4 and maths at grade 3, or successful completion of a Level 2 course. A clear DBS check is also required. This level 3 social care qualification covers mental health and wellbeing, equality and rights in care, dementia awareness, autism, psychology, and end of life care. Work placement is built into the course, so you apply your learning in real care settings.
Who this course is for
Begin your journey into the world of social care with a course designed to build real understanding and practical confidence. Over two years, you�ll explore essential topics such as mental health and wellbeing, equality and rights in care, psychology, dementia and autism, along with how to plan and deliver effective support. Your learning is strengthened through hands-on work placement experience, giving you the chance to apply your skills in real care settings. By completing the programme, you�ll achieve the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care (Diploma), opening pathways into further study or a variety of roles across the health and social care sector.
Entry requirements
Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English at grade 4 and maths at grade 3. A clear DBS check will be required.
What you will learn
You'll study equality, diversity, dignity and rights in social care
You'll explore mental health and wellbeing in a care context
You'll develop knowledge of psychology in social care
You'll learn about dementia awareness and understanding autism
You'll cover end of life care and anatomy and physiology
You'll understand the care and support planning process
You'll build practical skills through hands-on work placement experience
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based social care classes at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, supported by tutors throughout. Assessment methods include professional and recorded discussions, a synoptic assessment, case studies, presentations, a portfolio, and written assessments. You'll also complete work placement, where the skills and knowledge you develop contribute directly to your assessments. All assessment is internally assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will confirm final costs for uniform and materials before the course starts. Previous courses have required approximately £50 for uniform, £35 for materials, and £15 for educational visits. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults in residential or home care settings
Support worker: helping people with mental health or learning disabilities
Healthcare assistant: assisting clinical staff in health and care services
Dementia care worker: specialist support for people living with dementia
Autism support worker: working with autistic adults in care settings
Community care worker: delivering care and support in people's homes
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing Health and Social Care: moves you into supervisory and management roles in care.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (NVQ route): a work-based qualification that can support progression toward senior care roles.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a higher education route for those looking to develop specialist knowledge further.
