Level 3 Health and Social Care Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, full-time during the day. This is a focused, full-time route covering the knowledge and skills needed to work in health and social care settings. The course runs over 36 weeks and covers areas such as human development, safeguarding, mental health, and care values. It suits those looking to move into care roles or progress to higher study.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll explore human growth and development across the life stages.
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to health and social care practice.
You'll learn about safeguarding principles and how to protect vulnerable people.
You'll examine health and social care values, including dignity, respect, and person-centred care.
You'll develop understanding of mental health, disability, and long-term conditions.
You'll learn how legislation and policy shape care practice in the UK.
You'll build skills in communication for professional care environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kingston College, five days a week during the day. Assessment on the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the college; exams are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Support worker: work with adults with learning disabilities or mental health needs.
Senior care assistant: take on a lead role after gaining experience.
Early years practitioner: work in childcare with further specialist training.
Domiciliary care worker: provide care for people in their own homes.
What you could study next
Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Health and Social Care: deepen your knowledge and move toward supervisory or specialist roles.
Nursing Associate or Nursing Degree Apprenticeship: a route into registered nursing for those already working in care.
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professions): prepares you for university courses in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
