Level 3 Access to HE Diploma (Health and Social Care) Course in Plymouth. Classes run at City College Plymouth, full-time during the day. The course runs for 40 weeks and is designed to prepare you for university-level study in health, social care, or related fields. You'll build the academic skills and subject knowledge that UK universities recognise for entry onto nursing, social work, midwifery, and similar degree programmes. The level 3 access to he diploma (health and social care) qualification is a well-established route into higher education for adults.
Who this course is for
https://www.cityplym.ac.uk/find-a-course/
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of health and social care practice.
You'll study human biology and how the body works.
You'll examine psychology and how behaviour and mental health are understood.
You'll develop academic writing and research skills for university-level study.
You'll analyse social policy and how care services are organised in the UK.
You'll consider ethics and values in health and social care settings.
You'll build skills in critical thinking and evidence-based argument.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at City College Plymouth, combining tutor-led teaching with independent study. Assessment is through written assignments and essays rather than a final exam. You'll build a portfolio of work across the year that demonstrates your knowledge and academic ability to university admissions teams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. City College Plymouth will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Mental health support worker: work alongside people with mental health needs.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or children in community settings.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role in a care team after experience.
Nursing associate: a stepping-stone role toward registered nursing.
What you could study next
BSc Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, or Children's): the most direct route for many who complete this access to HE Diploma (health and social care) qualification.
BSc Social Work: degree entry for those aiming to qualify as a social worker.
BSc Midwifery: for those interested in maternity care.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a shorter higher education option if a full degree isn't the right step yet.
