Health and Social Care Level 3 Course in Newcastle upon Tyne. Classes run at Newcastle College Southwark College. This full-time, daytime level 3 health and social care course takes two years to complete. You'll study topics across health, wellbeing, and social care practice, building the knowledge and skills employers look for in care roles. It's a free health and social care course for adults who don't yet hold a Level 3 qualification. You'll finish with the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (VRQ) with certificate.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject, for further details please check College website
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care practice
You'll study human growth, development, and the factors that affect wellbeing
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical and mental health needs
You'll understand safeguarding, duty of care, and professional boundaries
You'll examine equality, diversity, and inclusion in care settings
You'll develop communication skills for working with individuals, families, and colleagues
You'll look at how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Newcastle College Southwark College. Assessment is through coursework, assignments, and practical tasks rather than formal exams. You'll have an initial assessment before you start to confirm that this level 3 health and social care qualification is the right fit for you, and to help plan your learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Newcastle College Southwark College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: supporting adults with daily living in home or residential settings
Healthcare support worker: assisting clinical staff in NHS or private settings
Support worker: working with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs
Senior care assistant: taking a lead role in a care team after gaining experience
Domiciliary care worker: delivering personal care in people's own homes
Mental health support worker: supporting individuals with mental health conditions
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Health and Social Care: deepens your knowledge and can move you toward supervisory or management roles in care.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care: the recognised route for registered managers in adult social care.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university courses in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
