Course description
What will I learn?
This Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed for anyone who is passionate about caring for others and making a difference in the community. Whether you’re expanding your knowledge from a Level 2 course or just starting your journey into the health and social care world, this diploma will give you the advanced knowledge you need for a successful future. You’ll have the opportunity to study a wide range of topics, each of which will give you the skills and abilities to follow a rewarding career in this sector. You’ll cover all the vital aspects of social care, including health and safety, communication, and equality and diversity. You’ll then dive deeper into anatomy and physiology, life stages development, as well ad=s diet and nutrition, in order to give you a wider understanding of the core factors at play in this industry. As part of the course, you’ll also take part in a work placement to provide you with practical first-hand experience of health and social care. Not only will this help you develop relevant knowledge for the course, it will also give you essential skills to help you secure a good job in the future.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
What do I need to know?
You’ll need to have at least 4 GCSEs in total at grade C or above, including both English and Maths, if you’d like to enrol on this course. Alternatively, if you’re advancing from a previous Level 2 course, you should have a Merit grade in Health and Social Care. Due to Government changes to grading systems for GCSEs in 16/17, please follow the below link to see specific entry criteria for school leavers School Leaver Entry Requirements.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
BTEC Nationals