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Health and Social Care Level 3

at Lincoln College, Lincoln · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate35 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

Are you someone who really cares about people? Are you resilient enough to help people through old age, illness and disability, offering them dignity and respect? If the answer is yes, then a career in health and social care may be for you! This course provides a general introduction to health and social care. You will study a combination of core and optional units and spend a significant amount of time in industry via three industry placements over two years. Our expectations of you are high because this is a challenging industry that demands high standards. You’ll be expected to organise your workload and develop both research and study skills over the duration of the course. During the course, you’ll study: Human lifespan Working in health and social care Meeting individual care and support needs Principles of safe practice

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Lincoln

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