Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Barnstaple. Classes run at North Devon College, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time health and social care qualification that runs over 36 weeks. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed to work in care settings, covering topics such as safeguarding, communication, person-centred care, and health and wellbeing. Before you start, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and an interview to show your interest in the sector. This is a level 2 health and social care course, despite the Jobyay listing name.
Who this course is for
This course is aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career in the Health and Social Care Industry.
Entry requirements
At your interview, you will need to show that you have a real interest in working in the health and social care sectors. You will also need a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
What you will learn
You'll understand the principles of person-centred care and how to apply them in practice.
You'll learn how to support individuals with their physical and emotional wellbeing.
You'll explore safeguarding and how to protect vulnerable adults and children.
You'll study health, safety, and risk management in care environments.
You'll develop communication skills for working with service users, families, and colleagues.
You'll learn about equality, diversity, and inclusion in health and social care.
You'll understand the roles and responsibilities of care workers within different settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at North Devon College. Assessment is a mix of written assignments, observations, and portfolio work that builds evidence of your knowledge and skills throughout the course. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is assessed continuously, so you're building toward your qualification from day one.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Devon College 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 healthcare.
Support worker: help individuals with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Domiciliary care worker: provide personal care and support in people's homes.
Day centre support worker: work with older adults or people with disabilities in day services.
Residential childcare worker: support young people in children's homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults): the next step if you want to take on more responsibility in a care role or move into a senior support worker position.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: if you'd prefer to work with children in nursery or early years settings.
T Level in Health: a two-year, classroom and placement-based qualification for those considering higher-level health careers.
