NCFE Level 3 Diploma Health and Social Care

Key Facts

Level: 3

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 2 Years

Course Code: KFH5121

Start Date: August 2027

Awarding Body: NCFE

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Code: KFH5121
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This course will suit people who are interested in the health and social care services.

It is relevant for people who would like to work in nursing, social work, home/day care, or residential care, as well as in more general careers involving work with children, young people, adults, or older people.

Features and Benefits

There will be guest speakers who are practising health and social care professionals.
Tutors will use a range of teaching methods and try to adapt to your preferred learning style.

Course Content

Equality and Diversity
Human Growth and Development
Safeguarding in health and social care
Communication in health and social care
Infection prevention control
Psychological Perspectives
Sociological Perspectives
Working in Health & Social Care
Reflective Practice

Entry Requirements

At least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for courses involving work placement and will be required before going into employment.

Progression Opportunities

As well as entering employment, you could progress on to vocational degrees in nursing, occupational therapy, social work, or youth and community work. You could also progress on to relevant academic degrees in areas such as criminology, psychology, sociology, or social policy.

Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.