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Free Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Castleford – Brigshaw High School

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Health and Social Care Course in Castleford. Classes run at Brigshaw High School, with full-time daytime study over two years. The course covers the skills and knowledge used by healthcare and social work professionals across a range of settings. You'll investigate real practice, research health and care topics, and apply what you learn to vocational scenarios. Entry requires a grade 4 in English and, if you've studied Health and Social Care before, a grade 5 or Level 2 Merit.

Who this course is for

Health and Social Care is an engaging and challenging course, designed to expose learners to the skills and knowledge required by healthcare and social work professionals in a variety of jobs and sectors. It is a subject which will appeal to students who: Enjoy studying a subject which has practical vocational applications and is relevant to their lives, experiences and potential career aspirations. Want an opportunity to investigate and research Enjoy finding the answers and applying their knowledge - not just being taught it for an exam

The course requires you to have an interest in the Health and Social care sectors, an ability to communicate ideas effectively, an ability to organise yourself and your work to meet regular deadlines and an ability to work independently to research and investigate topics. · Enjoy studying a subject which has practical vocational applications and is relevant to their lives, experiences and potential career aspirations.

· Want an opportunity to investigate and research

· Enjoy finding the answers and applying their knowledge - not just being taught it for an exam

Entry requirements

Health and Social Care at 5/L2M if studied and a 4 in English.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the values and principles that underpin health and social care practice.
  • You'll develop knowledge of human growth, development, and the factors that affect wellbeing.
  • You'll study how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
  • You'll examine safeguarding, equality, and diversity in care settings.
  • You'll research and investigate health and social care topics independently.
  • You'll apply vocational knowledge to practical scenarios and case studies.
  • You'll build understanding of communication skills used in care and healthcare environments.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based, with a mix of taught sessions, independent research, and applied assignments. Assessment is primarily through coursework and portfolio-based tasks rather than exams, reflecting the vocational nature of the qualification. You'll complete units that require you to investigate topics, present findings, and demonstrate your understanding through written work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brigshaw High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Care assistant: supporting adults or older people in residential or home care settings.
  • Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private health settings.
  • Social care worker: working with vulnerable adults or families in community services.
  • Early years practitioner: supporting children's development in nursery or school settings.
  • Mental health support worker: working alongside mental health teams in community or residential care.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification that builds on this one and strengthens your application to university health programmes.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): a one-year course recognised by UK universities, designed for those aiming at nursing, social work, or allied health degrees.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care: a work-based route that counts toward professional registration and career progression in adult social care.
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