Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care
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Overview
This OFQUAL regulated Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care qualification provide learners with an in-depth knowledge of core subject areas in health and social care to support progression into Higher Education, the workplace or further learning in related subject areas at Level 4 and above.
UCAS Points
This qualification has the following UCAS Points – D – 36, C – 48, B – 60, A – 72, A* – 84
The Care Certificate
This qualification promotes high quality care and support and have been mapped to the standards within the Care Certificate.
Qualification
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Description
Upon achievement of this qualification learners will be able to progress to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. The Certificate supports learners’ access to Higher Education and progression to further learning at Level 4 and above, and a wide range of job roles within the health and social care sector.
Aims of the course
These are to:
- Understand the role of the health and social care practitioner in meeting individuals’ needs through inclusive practice
- Understand theories of human growth and development
- Develop knowledge of the role and responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to safeguarding individuals
- Understand role and responsibilities of the health and social care practitioner in relation to infection prevention and control
- Develop knowledge of functions of national and local health and social care provision
- Identify and planning for professional development needs.
Structure
Mandatory Units covered:
To be awarded the Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care learners are required to successfully Learners must achieve the unit assessments for the 9 mandatory units:
Unit 1 – Equality, diversity and rights in health and social care
Unit 2 – Human growth and development
Unit 3 – Safeguarding and protection in health and social care
Unit 4 – Communication in health and social care
Unit 5 – Infection prevention and control in health and social care
Unit 6 – Psychological perspectives in health and social care
Unit 7 – Sociological perspectives in health and social care
Unit 8 – Working in health and social care
Unit 9 – Reflective practice
Plus, one Extended Assessment covering the ‘Core Mandatory’ units set by the awarding body
Placement in a Real Work Environment
Learners will be required to attend placement in a real work environment to support their learning. The minimum required number of placement hours is 75 hours.
How the course is delivered
This Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care is delivered via blended learning. Learners also get full access to online Learning Environment (VLE) which provides access to case studies, learning materials and activities, presentations, and web links. Online tutor support and guidance is provided throughout the course, where learners can interact with the tutors, get feedback on their progress and submit their work electronically. Face to face interactions will be conducted through video sessions or within the classroom environment.
Assessment
All units will be internally assessed using a range of methods. This could include direct observation, a portfolio of evidence and written assignments.
What kind of support do I get during the course?
- 24/7 online access to resources
- Dedicated one to one Tutor support
- Practical exercises, short case studies and examples that will help you recognise different facets of Education and training and prepare you for the final assessment.
- A subject expert who will give you feedback on your formative assessments and report.
- Access to library facilities for books, journals, whitepapers etc.
Who is this course for?
The Certificate provides progression to the Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care (England). It also provides direct progression to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. This qualification is ideal for you if you have already completed the Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care, as you will already have achieved three of the mandatory units for the Certificate.
Requirements
This qualification is designed for learners aged 19 or above and should have an appropriate level of skill in the English language, numeracy, literacy and ICT.
Career path
Job roles you can apply for on completion
- Care Support Workers in Adult Residential Settings
- Healthcare Assistants in Community, Primary Care and Acute Health Environments
- Care Support Workers in Domiciliary Services, Supported Living or Day Services
- Community-Based Support Workers.
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