You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, or achievement of a merit in a relevant Level 2 qualification, including English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above.
Entry requirements
Why choose this course?
This Level 3 Health and Social Care course is ideal for learners interested in healthcare and social care careers. It builds knowledge of health, wellbeing, communication, safeguarding, and professional practice, while developing skills for university, employment, and progression into a wide range of health and care roles.
Further information
This course is ideal for learners interested in careers within healthcare, social care, childcare, or community services. Suits students who enjoy working with people and want to progress to HE, apprenticeships, or careers such as nursing, social work, midwifery, counselling or care services.
- Human growth, development and wellbeing
- Health and social care values and principles
- Communication and professional practice
- Safeguarding and supporting individuals
- Research, teamwork and problem-solving skills
Successful completion of this qualification can lead to higher education courses in Health and Social Care, Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Psychology, Teaching, Counselling, and Allied Health Professions. It also supports progression into apprenticeships and healthcare-related employment.
Teaching combines classroom learning with practical activities, discussions, research, group work, and professional-style projects. Learners are assessed through coursework, assignments, presentations, practical tasks, and external examinations, helping them develop both academic understanding and workplace skills.
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