NCFE Level 3 Diploma Health and Social Care

Key Facts

Level: 3

Attendance: Full Time (FT)

Duration: 2 Years

Course Code: CH3FTP001C1

Start Date: September 2026

Awarding Body: NCFE

Code: CH3FTP001C1
Please note, course costs shown are per year.

Please Note: This programme is provisionally full for 26/27.
Applications for September 2027 will open in October

This qualification enables learners to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for working in a senior role with adults in Health and Social Care settings. The course will cover a wide range of areas including supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care, daily living needs and health care procedures.

This two year course provides a thorough underpinning for employment in Health and Social Care professions, such as Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Social Worker, Midwifery, Primary Education, Counsellor or Care Home. Classroom theory, guest speakers and work experience combine to provide an interesting but challenging programme. Students complete 125 hours of work placement giving you an amazing headstart into the world of work.

Learners will be required to apply for a DBS as a part of their work placement module. This costs approximately £50. In addition, various trips and visits will be offered to students as a part of this couse, some of which may incur a cost.

Features and Benefits

Based at Stephenson College, students benefit from expert lecturers who have worked in the industry themselves and have a range of expertise and specialisms.

Course Content

Year 1 Modules include:

Equality and diversity

Human growth and development

Safeguarding in health and social care

Communication in health and social care

Infection prevention and control

Psychological perspectives in health and social care

Sociological perspectives in health and social care

Working in health and social care

Reflective practice

Work Experience (72 hours)

Year 2 modules include:

Complimentary therapies and alternative medicine

Technology

Mental health and well being

Dementia awareness

Empowerment in health and social care

Protection of young people and adults in health and social care

Research skills for health and social care

Personal and professional development

Work Experience (100 hours)

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths, English Language and preferably Science

Progression Opportunities

Studying Level 3 Health and Social Care is especially useful for those considering a career in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Social Work, Midwifery, Primary Education, Counselling, Care, Hospital Support Services, Social Work, Sociology and Psychology, and more! This course will also open the doors to vocational degree programmes in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or Youth and Community Work. You could also progress onto relevant academic degrees in areas such as Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, Social Policy or Teaching.

Why choose Stephenson?

State of the Art Facilities

The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction, Electrical Installation and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair & Beauty and Health & Social Care

Fantastic Opportunities

Specialises in providing high-quality Apprenticeship opportunities for students from across the country