Health And Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma
The Health and Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma provides learners with the skills necessary to excel in various health and social care settings.
Delivered online by London School of International Business, the school behind Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.
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Why enrol on this course?
The Health and Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma provides learners with the skills necessary to excel in various health and social care settings. This course focuses on understanding healthcare principles, promoting well-being, and delivering person-centred care. It is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive impact through direct patient support or administrative roles within hospitals, care homes, and community services.
About this course
Students enrolled in the Health and Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma will learn essential topics such as safeguarding, communication skills, anatomy, and physiology. Upon completion, learners can pursue further education or enter careers directly within nursing, social work, or community care sectors.
They will also have opportunities for practical placements to gain hands-on experience, boosting their employability.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through healthcare and social services. It caters to those interested in pursuing careers as care assistants, support workers, health and safety officers, or roles within community-based nursing.
- Backgrounds: Suitable for school leavers, career changers, and mature students
- Roles: Care Assistant, Support Worker, Health & Safety Officer, Community Nursing Staff
- Career Stages: Entry-level to mid-career transition
- Prior Experience: Basic understanding of healthcare principles is beneficial but not required
- Outcomes: Graduates will be well-prepared for further education or direct entry into rewarding careers in health and social care.
Key facts
- Award: Health And Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Level: Diploma
- Duration: 6 months / 9 months (part-time)
- Fee: £1250 / £950
- Online and Flexible Study Options Available
- Accredited by the London School of International Business
- Credits: 60
- Benefits include practical placements, hands-on experience, and career guidance
Why this course?
The Health and Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills that prepares students for rewarding careers in health and social care. Learners will develop the ability to understand and apply essential healthcare principles while engaging with real-world scenarios through placements.
These experiences help ensure graduates are well-equipped to enter various roles within adult social care, early years and childcare services, elderly care facilities, mental health support networks, community nursing positions, and more.
Career path
Graduates of the Health and Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma can look forward to diverse career opportunities within healthcare settings. With increasing demands in adult social care due to an aging population, early years education focusing on child development, support for individuals with mental health challenges, elderly residential care services, and community-based nursing roles, there is a growing need for qualified professionals.
Course information
Duration
The programme is available in 2 duration modes:
- 6 months
- 9 months
Course delivery
Online
Entry requirements
No formal qualification required
Course content
• Human growth and development
• Safeguarding in health and social care
• Communication in health and social care
• Infection prevention and control in health and social care
• Psychological perspectives in health and social care
• Supporting individuals with additional needs
• Promoting public health
Assessment
Assessment is via assignment submission.
Fee structure
The fee for the programme is as follows:
- 6 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
- 9 months — Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans
The programme offers the following fee payment plans:
6 months programme
● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
9 months programme
● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
Accreditation
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Who delivers this course
- Qualification
- Health And Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Delivered by
- London School of International Business (LSIB) · UKPRN 10062390
- Awarded by
- an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
- Level
- RQF Level 3
- Assessment
- Written assignments, no exams
- Support
- Admissions team, 7 days a week
Insights
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