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NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

Loughborough College Group

Radmoor Road, Loughborough, Loughborough, Leics, LE11 3BT

National Award (BTEC)
Level 3
Health, Public Services and Care

Available start dates

Available start dates

Thursday, 01 October 2026
Loughborough College
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

This course will suit people who are interested in the health and social care services.

It is relevant for people who would like to work in nursing, social work, home/day care, or residential care, as well as in more general careers involving work with children, young people, adults, or older people.

Course Details

  • Equality and Diversity
  • Human Growth and Development
  • Safeguarding in health and social care
  • Communication in health and social care
  • Infection prevention control
  • Psychological Perspectives
  • Sociological Perspectives
  • Working in Health & Social Care
  • Reflective Practice

Entry requirements

At least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required for courses involving work placement and will be required before going into employment.

Your next steps...

As well as entering employment, you could progress on to vocational degrees in nursing, occupational therapy, social work, or youth and community work. You could also progress on to relevant academic degrees in areas such as criminology, psychology, sociology, or social policy.


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