NCFE CACHE Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care

Whether you already have a job in a health and social care setting and want to advance your career or you are looking to go onto higher education, our Level 3 award in Health and Social Care is the ideal option.

This all theory based course allows learners to expand their knowledge on the key subject areas of Health and Social Care including equality, diversity and rights, human developments and safeguarding practices.

Learn how to promote and practice higher quality care and excel in your career.

For students who are looking to get into higher education, you can earn up to 28 UCAS points when you have successfully completed the course. This can support your application to a college or university and will give you base knowledge if you are looking to take a course in a similar subject area.

Assessment

All assessments on this course are assignment based only, meaning you don’t need to complete a practical. These assignments must be submitted to your tutor for marking. There are no external examinations for this course, so it can be completed from home.

Course Duration

The course should take you around 3 months to complete. You will have a year in order to complete with plenty of time for you to study at your own pace.

Course Outcome

Successful students will achieve a CACHE Level 3 Award in Health and Social Care. CACHE (The Council for Awards in Care, Health and Education) are the leading industry specialists in providing qualifications that specialise in the care and education sector. This course has been developed by experts to ensure that all requirements and skills are covered. 

You will also be able to earn up to 28 UCAS points, which will open a wider programme of higher education study. Students may go on to a higher college or university course.

Job opportunities

This course is suitable for students who wish to progress in careers such as:

• Care support workers in adult residential settings
• Healthcare assistants in community, primary care and acute health environments
• Care support workers in domiciliary services, support living or day services
• Community-based support workers