Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Further Details
Course Code
LP00314
Location
Deeside
Duration
Full Time, This is a 2 year full-time course.
Department
Health & Social Care
Start Date
01 Sep 2027
End Date
16 Jun 2028

Course Overview

You will develop your skills to prepare you for work or further study in Health and Social Care services. You will study subjects such as equality and diversity, communication skills, anatomy and physiology, health psychology, and lifespan development. The full qualification is equivalent to 3 A Levels.

You will also study the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate. As part of the course you will attend a work placement to give you practical skills and experience.
Typically you will need 5 or more GCSEs at A*-C
You will achieve the qualification through completing internally assessed coursework. This could include tasks such as written assignments, reports or presentations.
Students may progress directly into employment in a range of jobs, including HCA, Physio Aide, Project Worker, Ambulance Technician, etc. They may also progress to H.E. to further their studies in such areas as Social Work, Teaching, Health Promotion, Psychology, Physiotherapy, OT, Midwifery, Nursing, Radiography by accessing a Degree Course.
Some courses may require equipment and/or uniforms to be purchased. Please see attached equipment list for further information.

Students enrolling on this course are required to apply for DBS clearance. A fee will be charged as determined by the DBS.
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