Award in health and care (Entry level 3)

Overview

This course if for anyone 19+ who is thinking about a career in the Health and Care sector. You may already have been volunteering in a health and care setting. You may be uncertain about what opportunities there are to work in the sector. As this course leads to a qualification you will be asked to complete a short initial skills check (in person or via Teams/Zoom) before enrolling on the course to make sure this course is right for you.

This course gives learners a general overview of working in the Health and Care sector. You will learn about: The range of service provision available in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare. The range and scope of roles within health and social care (adults/children/young people), early years and childcare. The principles and values that underpin work in health and social care (adults and children and young people), early years and childcare

You will take part in discussions as well as working on your own and in a group. There will be an assignment each week (quizzes, finding things out, etc.) which you must complete in your own before the next session. The course will take place in a classroom setting with some online learning also likely.

Entry requirements

This course is at Entry 3 so you will have demonstrated through the initial skills check that you can work at this level.

Assessment criteria

Throughout the course you will complete a portfolio which will be submitted to the awarding body. Your tutor will support you in making sure everything you need is included in the portfolio. There will be a simple ILP (Individual Learning Plan) which the tutor will discuss with you individually, to make sure the class is meeting your needs. You will also take part in discussions in the group about the session’s activities.

What do I need?

You will find a pen/pencil or notebook useful, your own laptop or tablet plus internet access for online learning. If the course is online, please note that a mobile phone will not be suitable for online learning.

What can I do next?

You could progress to the next level award, Level 1 Health and Care or enrol on another of our Skills & Development courses. You could also enrol on other Learn Devon courses such as Improve your Maths, Improve your English, Essential Digital Skills, or Learning for Work – please ask your tutor or visit our website.