Health and Social Care Level 3

AAQ / CTEC Health and Social Care Level 3

Did You Know?

Adult social care is one of the fastest growing segments of the economy.

Key Information

Qualification
AAQ / CTEC

Duration
Two Year Course - Equivalent to one A-level

Examination Board
OCR

exam board specification


"I find the Health and Social Care course really interesting. Although we still have a lot more to cover this year, I cannot wait to find out and learn more about the subject. It encourages me to have more of an open-minded approach to the mental health sector." - Willa Chiwasha, Temple Learning Academy

Key Employability Skills
ReliabilityProblem SolvingEmotional Intelligence


Qualification

Two year AAQ Level 3 Extended Certificate - Equivalent to one A-level
Two year CTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate - Equivalent to two A-level

Assessment

Extended Certificate: 40% exam, 60% coursework
Diploma: 50% exam, 50% coursework

What do I need to study this course?

You will need five GCSEs at grade 4 including GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths and two grade 4s in GCSE Science.

What will I study?

The Level 3 Health and Social Care course is an ideal foundation for entering the workplace or higher education, providing you with a theoretical background reinforced with practical skills. You will cover a variety of topics including equality, diversity and rights; anatomy and physiology; safeguarding; public health; sexual health; and early years development, supporting people with mental health; person-centred care, and principles of health and social care.

What next?

Our students progress onto a range of Health and Social Care related courses at higher education level including; Nursing, Midwifery and Childcare. This course also provides an ideal foundation for entering the workplace.