Health & Social Care Level 3

This course provides an in-depth introduction to the knowledge, skills, values and professional behaviours needed to progress within the health and social care sector. You will study human development, health and care services, anatomy and physiology, safeguarding, public health, research, infection prevention, additional needs, dementia and mental wellbeing. You will also undertake work experience, allowing you to apply what you learn within a real health or social care environment.

The course combines academic study with practical and vocational learning. It is designed to develop important transferable skills including communication, teamwork, research, analysis, problem solving, independent learning and professional practice.

Year 1

• Human Lifespan Development
• Working in Health and Social Care
• Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
• Work Experience in Health and Social Care
• Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Sociological Perspectives

Year 2

• Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
• Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care
• Promoting Public Health
• Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
• Caring for Individuals with Dementia
• UnderstandingMental Wellbeing

Assessment takes place throughout both years of the programme and includes a combination of external examinations, a task and assessed assignments. Every unit contributes towards the final qualification grade, with larger units carrying proportionately greater weighting.

This course is specifically designed for stuends to progress to higher education and/ or employment.

Progression opportunities include nursing, social work, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, healthcare support, care and support work, mental health services, dementia care, public health, community services and health and social care management. The course develops skills valued by both employers and universities, including independent learning, research, effective written communication, presentations, teamwork, analytical skills, adaptability, resilience and problem solving.