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Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

This pathway includes the Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Care and the Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care.

This combined online programme covers 2 regulated diplomas (Levels 2–3) in care and health and social care.

Delivered online by Healthcare Courses. Ofqual-regulated qualifications with flexible payment plans and admissions support seven days a week.

Study online Ofqual-regulated Standard: 18 months From £1,500

Flexible payment plans available · Start studying online immediately after enrolment

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This is an English qualification. All assignments must be completed in English. Your certificate will be issued in English.

Why enrol on this course?

This combined online programme covers 2 regulated diplomas (Levels 2–3) in care and health and social care. You study each level in sequence, earn separate certificates, and can spread fees with instalment plans shown below.

Assessment is by assignment only (no exams). Tutor support is available throughout.

Qualifications in this bundle

QANs and credits are from Qualifi and the Ofqual register.

RQF levelRegulated qualificationCreditsOfqual QAN
RQF 2Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Care46603/5128/7
RQF 3Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care60603/0819/9
Total (Ofqual credits, listed components)106

About this course

  1. Understand and implement duty of care principles within a care setting.
  2. Implement effective safeguarding measures.
  3. Communicate effectively with service users and colleagues.
  4. Understand the impact of health and social care on individuals' wellbeing.
  5. Utilize relevant legislation to promote and maintain independence.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to launch or advance their careers in the growing health and social care sector. It caters to learners from diverse backgrounds, including those with no prior experience in care work as well as experienced professionals seeking advancement. Ideal candidates may be working or seeking employment in roles such as care workers, support workers, senior care assistants, registered managers, nurses, occupational therapists, or social workers.

Key facts

  • Programme: 2 separate regulated diplomas (Levels 2–3), studied in sequence; separate certificates per level.
  • Credits: 106 Ofqual credits across the 2 regulated components in the table below.
  • Fees: GBP £2200 / GBP £1500 (see durations below).
  • Awarding bodies: Qualifi. Each QAN links to the Ofqual register in the table below.
  • Assessment: Assignments only; no exams.
  • Study mode: 100% online.

Career path

Career progression by level

LevelTypical rolesNext step
2Care worker, support worker, healthcare assistantSenior support / team leader roles
3Senior support worker, team leaderCoordinator and supervisory roles

Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • Fast-Track: 10 months
  • Standard mode: 18 months

Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements

Starting at Level 2: No formal qualifications are required to begin at Level 2; admissions will confirm suitability.

Joining partway: If you already hold relevant diplomas, admissions will map your prior learning to the correct start level.

Leaving the pathway: You keep certificates for levels you fully complete. Instalment plans and refunds are governed by our terms — speak to admissions before you stop mid-pathway.

Course content

• Principles of Safeguarding and Protection in Health and Social Care
• The Role of the Health and Social Care Worker
• Promote Person-Centred Approaches in Care Settings
• Promote Equality and Inclusion in Health and Social Care
• Promote Communication in Care Settings
• Duty of Care in Care Settings
• Promote Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Care Settings
• Responsibilities of a Care Worker

Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission.

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

  • Fast-Track: 10 months — Accelerated mode @ GBP £2200
  • Standard mode: 18 months — Standard mode @ GBP £1500

Fee payment plans

The programme offers the following fee payment plans:

Fast-Track: 10 months programme

● Plan A: GBP £275 x 8 monthly
● Plan B: GBP £1100 x 2 quarterly
● Plan C: GBP £2090 once (5% off if paid in full)

Standard mode: 18 months programme

● Plan A: GBP £125 x 12 monthly
● Plan B: GBP £500 x 3 quarterly
● Plan C: GBP £750 x 2 half instalments
●

Accreditation

Qualifi

Frequently asked questions

Is the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care one qualification or several?

It is a combined pathway. You study each level as its own regulated diploma, and the Ofqual numbers on this page are 603/5128/7, 603/0819/9. Together they form the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care route at Healthcare Courses.

What are the Ofqual numbers for the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care?

The Ofqual qualification numbers for this pathway are 603/5128/7, 603/0819/9. Each number belongs to one diploma in the stack. You can open each number on the Ofqual register from the links on this page. Healthcare Courses publishes the fee and duration for Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care on this page.

Are these diplomas Ofqual-regulated?

Yes. Each diploma in the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care pathway is listed on the Ofqual register under the numbers 603/5128/7, 603/0819/9. Regulation sits with the awarding organisation for that diploma, not with a marketing bundle name.

What does the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care cost and how long does it take?

Healthcare Courses delivers the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care online. Fees start at £1,500. A typical duration is 10 or 18 months. The credit total published for this pathway is shown in the course facts on this page.

Can I join the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care partway through the levels?

Ask admissions before you enrol. Some learners join with credit for a completed level, and some start at the first diploma in the pathway. The admissions team checks your prior qualifications against the entry rules for each level. Healthcare Courses publishes the fee and duration for Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care on this page.

Can I study the Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care from outside the UK?

Yes. The Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is taught online by Healthcare Courses, so you can study from outside the UK if you meet the entry and English requirements. Admissions confirms eligibility before enrolment.

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Who delivers this course

Qualification
Level 2 Diploma in Care + Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Delivered by
Healthcare Courses (HCC) · UKPRN 10062390
Awarded by
Qualifi, an Ofqual-regulated awarding body
Level
RQF Levels 2, 3
Ofqual qualification number
603/5128/7;603/0819/9
Assessment
Written assignments, no exams
Support
Admissions team, 7 days a week

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