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Level 3 Health And Social Care Diploma

Level 3 Health And Social Care Edexcel

Prepare for a rewarding career with HCC's Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma. Develop essential skills in healthcare and social services online. Start your professional journey today!

The Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma from Edexcel provides learners with essential skills and knowledge to excel in healthcare and social services.

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.

Study online 9 months track From GBP £950

Flexible payment plans available · Start studying online immediately after enrolment

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Why enrol on this course?

The Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma from Edexcel provides learners with essential skills and knowledge to excel in healthcare and social services. It covers key topics such as safeguarding, communication, anatomy, and promoting wellbeing. Ideal for those who want to make a difference by supporting vulnerable individuals or communities, this qualification is designed to prepare students for roles like care assistants, support workers, and community carers.

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About this course

Prepare to make a real difference in people's lives with the Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma. Learners will develop practical skills such as safeguarding and communication, alongside theoretical knowledge in anatomy and health promotion. The course ensures you are ready for roles like care assistant, support worker, or community carer.

Prepare to enter a rewarding career path that is both challenging and fulfilling.

Who is this course for?

The Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma is ideal for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives. It provides the perfect foundation for those interested in pursuing careers as care assistants, support workers, or community carers.

  • Ideal for those with an interest in healthcare and social services
  • Suitable for individuals looking to enter the field without prior experience
  • Perfect for professionals seeking career advancement within the sector
  • Appropriate for students aiming to progress onto higher education

Key facts

Award: Diploma
Level: Level 3
Duration: 6 months / 9 months
Fee: £1250 / £950
Study Mode: Online/flexible study
Awarding Body: Edexcel
Credits: 60
Benefits: Flexible learning options, industry-recognized certification, career readiness in healthcare and social services

Why this course?

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Career path

The Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma offers a pathway into diverse roles within the healthcare and social services sector. Graduates can enter careers as care assistants, support workers, or community carers, with opportunities for progression to higher education and specialized training.

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Course information

Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

  • 6 months
  • 9 months
Course delivery

Online

Entry requirements
  • A Level 2 diploma or certificate, or an equivalent or higher qualification.
  • OR Candidates with relevant professional experience are encouraged to apply and start advancing their career journey.
  • AND Minimum age of 16 years.
* International applicants and qualifications are accepted.
Course content
• Unit 1: Human Lifespan Development
• Unit 2: Working in Health and Social Care
• Unit 5: Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
• Unit 7: Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
• Unit 12: Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
• Unit 14: Physiological Disorders and Their Care
• Unit 19: Nutritional 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
For detailed information, we kindly advise you to chat with our admissions team.

Who delivers this course

Qualification
Level 3 Health And Social Care Edexcel
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

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