- Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above including English and Maths.
- Example Modules
- Core mandatory modules include: Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, Anatomy and Physiology, and Safeguarding, alongside specialist topics such as mental health and infection control.
- What will I learn?
Learners study a wide range of essential topics, including human growth and development, safeguarding, equality and diversity, communication, infection control, psychological and sociological perspectives, and the roles of practitioners. The course also introduces more advanced content such as public health, mental wellbeing, research skills and anatomy and physiology, helping learners build a broad and adaptable skill set.
- Progression
Completing the Level 3 Award, Certificate or Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care opens the door to a wide range of rewarding careers. The qualification prepares learners for roles where they support children, young people, adults and communities across various care settings.
Learners can progress into roles such as:
Care Support Worker in Adult Residential Settings Healthcare Assistant in Community, Primary Care and Acute Health Environments Domiciliary Care Worker / Home Care Support Worker Supported Living or Day Services Support Worker Community-Based Support Worker
These job roles are suitable for learners progressing directly into the workforce after completing the qualification.
Progression to Higher Education The Level 3 Certificate and Extended Diploma support entry to a wide range of Level 4+ and degree-level programmes, including:
Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, Child) Midwifery Paramedic Science Social Work Psychology
- How am I assessed?
Through coursework and externally assessed units.
Level 3 Study Programme: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
The Level 3 Health and Social Care programme is designed for learners who are passionate about helping others and who aspire to work within health, care or community support settings. This course provides a strong foundation of knowledge, practical understanding and professional behaviours needed to succeed in this rewarding sector. A key strength of the programme is its emphasis on real-world experience. Learners complete a minimum of 75–175 hours of work placement depending on their route, enabling them to apply their learning in practice, develop confidence and gain valuable employability skills. Throughout the course, students are encouraged to reflect on their progress and build a portfolio demonstrating their competence and readiness for the next step. This qualification supports progression to university courses in nursing, midwifery, social work and allied health professions, as well as direct employment in roles such as healthcare assistant or support worker.
Course Information
- Course Type Full-Time Course
- Study Mode Classroom Based
- Course Code FHEA1L3ED
- Start September
- Length 35 weeks
- Level Level 3
- Campus
Aylesbury Wycombe
