Free Level 3 Social Care Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run full-time during the day at Rush Green Campus. This free social care course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively in care settings. The course runs for 449 hours of study. You'll develop your understanding of person-centred care, safeguarding, and supporting people's wellbeing. A level 3 social care qualification at this level opens the door to roles such as care assistant and support worker.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of person-centred approaches in social care settings.
You'll learn how to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of individuals.
You'll understand safeguarding principles and how to apply them in practice.
You'll explore communication skills for working with individuals and their families.
You'll study equality, diversity, and inclusion in a care context.
You'll learn about professional standards and responsibilities in social care.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Rush Green Campus, with full-time daytime attendance. You'll be assessed through a combination of written assignments, observations, and practical tasks that reflect real care work situations. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single exam at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green 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 community settings.
Support worker. Help individuals with physical, emotional, or social needs.
Healthcare assistant. Assist clinical staff in hospitals or GP practices.
Residential care worker. Provide care and support in residential settings.
Community care worker. Deliver care to people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care (NVQ). The work-based NVQ route recognised for senior care roles and career progression.
Level 4 Certificate in Leading and Managing in Adult Care. Suited to those moving into team leader or supervisory positions.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care. A higher education route for those wanting to progress into management or specialist practice.
