Level 3
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Course Overview
This course develops the professional knowledge, understanding and skills needed for health and social care roles and progression. It covers person-centred practice, dignity, rights and preferences, advanced communication, professional development, regulatory awareness, and the safety and wellbeing of learners, colleagues and people using services.
Entry Criteria
- Applicants must be aged 16 or over.
- A full Level 2 qualification, such as a Level 2 vocational qualification or 5 GCSEs at Grade A*-C / Grade 5-9, or equivalent; OR at least 1 year of work experience in a health and social care environment.
- English and maths should normally be at GCSE Grade A*-C / Grade 4 or above, or equivalent.
- If English is not the applicant’s first language, a minimum B2 (CEFR) level or equivalent is required.
Credits60
Guided learning330 hours
Total qualification time600 hours
Mandatory units6
What You Will Study
- Introduction to Health and Social Care
- Communication Skills for Health and Social Care Professionals
- Person-Centred Care within Health and Social Care Settings
- Professional Development in Health and Social Care
- Regulation, Principles and Values within Health and Social Care Settings
- Health & Safety, Wellbeing and Sustainability in Health and Social Care Settings
Assessment Methods
All six units are assessed through a portfolio. Learners must provide evidence showing that they have met the learning outcomes and assessment requirements for each unit.
- Essays and assignments
- Short questions and answers
- Workbooks
- Professional discussions
- Observations of performance where appropriate
- Product evidence
- Reflective accounts
- Witness testimony
- Records of questioning
Delivery & Grading
- Learning may be delivered through e-learning, classroom-based teaching or a blended approach.
- The qualification is assessed on a Pass/Fail basis. Assessment is internally assessed and moderated, with external quality assurance.
Progression Opportunities
The qualification supports employment and career development in health and social care and can also support progression to further or higher education in health and social care-related subjects.
Entry is subject to an applicant meeting the published criteria and City Thames College completing its admissions and enrolment checks.
