Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Sevenoaks. Classes run at Knole Academy, full-time during the day over two years. It's free for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll need 4 to 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, maths and science. This level 3 health and social care qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed across health, social care and childcare settings. It sits alongside other Level 3 subjects as part of a broader programme of study, and can support progression to higher education or further training.
Who this course is for
If you're thinking about a career in health science, social care or childcare this course will give you an introduction to the sector whilst allowing you to study other subjects alongside it. Equivalent in size to one A Level, if you take it as part of a programme of study that includes other work related or academic Level 3 qualifications it can help you to move on to to a wide range of higher education and training opportunities.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English, maths and science at grade 4 (C) or above.
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 care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll examine safeguarding, equality, and the rights of people using care services.
You'll develop understanding of communication in health and social care settings.
You'll investigate the role of health promotion and public health.
You'll consider career routes into health science, social care, and childcare.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based lessons at Knole Academy. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and externally assessed units, as set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years alongside sitting assessed tasks. Because this is a full-time course, you'll study it as part of a wider programme that includes other Level 3 qualifications.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Knole Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support adults or older people in care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Childcare worker: work in nurseries, schools, or family support services.
Social care worker: support vulnerable adults or young people in the community.
Mental health support worker: work alongside mental health teams.
Residential support worker: provide care in residential or supported living homes.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care: a larger qualification if you want to specialise further before university.
Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care: a two-year higher education route, often available part-time.
BSc Nursing or Social Work Degree: the level 3 health and social care qualification supports applications to nursing, midwifery, and social work degree programmes.
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education: if you want to focus specifically on working with children.
