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Health and Social Care (Level 3) – 60 Credits

Study Method Online
Provider Online Business School
Recognition OTHM
Start Date Enrol anytime
Online Business School

ELCAS funding is available for this course

Course overview

This Level 3 Foundation diploma in health and social care is a 60-credit qualification (equivalent to one A level). The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a support worker, senior support worker or care assistant level.

The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care consists of 6 Modules and Assignments for a combined total of 60 credits and 120 Guided Learning Hours for the completed qualification.

While completing the Level 3 online Diploma in Health and Social Care, students can access various study resources, such as tutor support and webinars, a social learning forum, and additional materials to complete their graduate business course.

Upon completion of this Health and Social Care online course, students receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care, which is fully regulated by Ofqual. Students will then have the opportunity to apply for admission onto a full undergraduate degree programme from a range of UK universities.

Alternatively, students can opt to study our Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care and then complete an undergraduate top-up at a range of UK universities.

This course is eligible for ELCAS funding.

Who's It For?

Students on our Health and Social Care online course can complete an OTHM Level 3 foundation diploma in Health and Social Care (60 credits), designed to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the care and support industry.

Job outcomes

  • Community development worker
  • Further education teacher
  • Health improvement practitioner
  • Health service manager
  • Medical sales representative
  • Naturopath

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Recognitions

OTHM

Accredited/ Certified by OTHM

Study method

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    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
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    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

The course is completed online, and you can start at any time, it’s completely flexible.

Each module consists of 40 hours of guided online learning, with an additional 30-50 hours’ worth of optional materials that include recommended exercises, readings, digital resources, and self-test tasks.

Delivery

  • Online

Entry requirements

To enrol in our Level 3 Health and Social Care course, you must be at least 16 years old and have a full secondary education.

If you don’t have a full secondary education or the equivalent, you may also be able to enrol based on your work experience.

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Pathways

  • Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Course features

Our Health and Social Care online Course includes some great added extras to help you succeed, from 1-2-1 tutoring support and online learning resources to a FREE laptop and Student Membership card.

  • All course material, including online modules and written assignments
  • Personal tutor support with 1-2-1 Zoom sessions
  • Dedicated student support
  • Access to an online social learning forum
  • Assignment marking and feedback
  • FREE laptop*
  • FREE TOTUM student discount card
  • FREE student membership to the Institute of Hospitality
  • FREE access to Our Hubs

*excluding ELCAS-funded learners

Assessment

To complete the course, you’ll submit 6 online assignments at each level, and assignments are approximately 2,000-3,000 words each.

Once you’ve passed your course, you’ll be awarded with an OTHM Foundation Diploma, and you’ll be able to progress to a bachelor’s degree at a range of UK universities.

Subjects

Core Units
Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker (10 credits)

This unit aims to help learners understand the roles and responsibilities in various health and social care settings, as well as the knowledge needed to foster effective working relationships and partnerships in these environments.

Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care (10 credits)

This unit aims to help learners understand personal development and reflective practice in health and social care roles. It highlights the importance of ongoing learning and reflection to maintain skills and improve performance.

Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care (10 credits)

This unit explores the importance of communication in health and social care, focusing on meeting individual needs and preferences. It also covers good practice in equality, diversity, and rights within these settings.

Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)

This unit equips learners with the knowledge and skills to promote health and safety in the workplace and addresses safeguarding, including identifying types of abuse and their signs.

Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)

This unit helps learners understand how to implement and promote person-centred approaches, focusing on the individual and their abilities rather than their condition or disability.

Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)

This unit covers confidentiality and ethical practices in managing information, focusing on good practice in recording, sharing, storing, and accessing data.

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Payment options

Level 3 foundation diploma in Health and Social Care (60 credits): £2,500

Enrol with a £20 deposit and then £103.33 a month for 24 months, interest-free.

Students can make payment using one of the following methods:

  • Credit or debit card
  • Bank transfer
  • Interest-free monthly instalments
  • PayPal
  • Western Union
  • ELCAS funding

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About Online Business School

Online Business School is a UK-based provider of flexible online qualifications, helping learners gain recognised skills while balancing work, family and other commitments. We offer a wide range of Ofqual-regulated diplomas in Business, Leadership, Management, IT, Cyber Security, Law, Accounting, Health and Social Care, Education, and more.Our courses are 100% online and self-paced, allowing students to study anytime, anywhere, with dedicated tutor support throughout their learning journey. Many of our qualifications also provide progression routes to university top-up degrees and MBA programmes. Whether you're preparing for civilian employment, looking to develop new skills, or planning your next career move, Online Business School offers affordable, flexible learning designed to help you achieve your goals.

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