Level 3 Health and Social Care (PEARSON 360 GLH or 720 GLH)

We are running the extended certificate and diploma.

Course Overview

EXTENDED CERTIFICATE (360 GLH) 

The Extended Certificate provides a broad introduction to Health & Social Care, developing your understanding of the sector and preparing you for further study or employment. You will study topics including safeguarding, communication, equality, diversity, care and support, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, positive relationships and the impact of health conditions.

This qualification is equivalent to one A level and is ideal for students considering careers or university courses in health, social care, nursing, midwifery, social work, counselling, Early Years or teaching.

DIPLOMA (720 GLH)

The Diploma provides a more in-depth study of Health & Social Care, developing your understanding of the sector and preparing you for further study or employment. Alongside core topics, you will study Working in Health and Social Care, Current Research, Individual Care and Support Needs, Safe Practice, Public Health, and Physiological Disorders and their Care.

This full Diploma provides a broader understanding of the sector and is ideal for students considering careers or university courses in health, social care, nursing, midwifery, social work and related professions.

“Health and social care provides an understanding of many different job roles and can be a template for your own future career.”

St Ivo Student

Minimum Entry Requirements

  • Five 5’s including English and 4+ in mathematics
  • Grade 5/ 5+ in GCSE combined science or any two grade 5+ in triple science

Exam Board: (OCR Cambridge Advanced National (Extended Certificate))

Assessment

  • 100% Coursework (internally and externally assessed)

Choosing your post-16 options is an important decision, and St Ivo Academy Sixth Form is here to guide you. Applications are welcome from students in St Ives and beyond via the MyChoice16 platform.

Step-by-step application process

  1. Log in to your MyChoice16 account.
  2. Select ‘My Applications’. To start a new application, click ‘Start a new Application’; to continue an existing one, click ‘Continue’ next to your application.
  3. Complete all sections of your Profile Template if this is your first application. For additional applications, only ‘Course Choices’ needs to be completed.
  4. Qualifications will be uploaded by the school—this section can be skipped. Your form tutor will add a reference.
  5. Complete any remaining fields or checkboxes. Click ‘Send Application’ to submit.
  6. Your application status will update (eg. Sent, Schools Hold). The school will review your application to ensure it meets the requirements, and you may be asked to discuss it with a teacher.
  7. Monitor your application regularly and respond promptly to any notifications.
  8. All applicants will be invited to an interview before a provisional offer is made.

 

Healthcare & Therapy

  • Nurse / Midwife (with further study)
  • Paramedic / Emergency Care Worker
  • Physiotherapist / Occupational Therapist
  • Healthcare Assistant

Social Care & Support

  • Social Worker
  • Care Home Manager / Support Worker
  • Youth or Community Worker
  • Counsellor

Other Related Careers

  • Public Health Advisor
  • Health Promotion Worker
  • Education / Teaching in Health & Social Care
  • Administration roles in healthcare settings

Further Study

  • Degrees or apprenticeships in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Public Health

Kelly Evans – Kelly.Evans@astreastivo.org

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