Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed for learners who wish to develop their career in the health and social care industry. The qualification focuses on building skills, knowledge, and understanding related to principles of health and social care, health promotion, person-centered care, stroke, diabetes, dementia, and communication skills to support learners in progressing to senior positions in both the public and private sectors in the UK and abroad.

Course Aims

• Equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for employment in the health and social care sector.
• Enable progression to the first year of a degree or related professional qualification.
• Provide specialist study relevant to individual vocations and environments within the health and/or social care sector.
• Develop learners’ ability to contribute positively to good practice in the health and social care environment through the effective combination of knowledge and skills.
• Enhance skills, techniques, personal qualities, and attributes essential for successful performance in the workforce.

Description

During the program of study for the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, students will be expected to develop the following skills:

• The ability to critically read and use appropriate literature.
• The capacity to think independently and solve problems using subject knowledge.
• An understanding of the moral and ethical issues in health and social care practice and research.
• An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of health and social care service provision.
• The ability to engage in mature dialogue and debate, with both specialists and non-specialists.
• Develop transferable skills and knowledge for adapting to changing circumstances.
• Motivation to progress further in professional development or academic study.

Primary Areas of Employment

• Social Care Worker
• Personal Assistant
• Health Care Assistant
• Community Development
• Health Administration
• Charity Officer
• Nursing