Why study Level 3 health and social care?
The extended certificate in health and social care will develop knowledge, understanding, and skills that will prepare students for progression to undergraduate study. It covers equality, diversity and rights, health and safety, anatomy and physiology, person-centred approaches, mental health, long-term physiological conditions, public health strategies, sexual health, nutrition, and lifestyles.
The course is made up of examined and non-examined parts: you will have to demonstrate applied theory and practical knowledge relevant to health and social care learnt from your studies.
Course type
Level 3 Cambridge AAQ
Examination board
OCR
Entry requirements
Grade 4 in English, maths and science
How will Level 3 health and social care be delivered?
| Category | Topics covered |
| Examined content | Principles in health and social care |
| Anatomy and physiology | |
| Coursework content | Person-centred approach to care |
| Supporting people with mental health conditions | |
| Sexual health, pregnancy and post-natal health | |
| Supporting nutrition and healthy lifestyles |
Assessment
• Written assessment
• Examination
Future pathways and careers
• Childcare
• Nursing
• Care home support
• Care assistant
• Early years practitioner
• Applied biology
• Education
