The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed for students who want to build a strong foundation for working in the care sector. This online course introduces learners to the essential knowledge, understanding, and practical skills needed for roles such as care assistant, support worker, or senior support worker.

This 60-credit qualification is equivalent to one A Level and provides a flexible pathway for learners who want to study online while preparing for employment or further education in health and social care.

The course is fully regulated by Ofqual and supports progression to higher-level study, including undergraduate degree programmes at UK universities or Level 4 and Level 5 study in Health and Social Care.

Build a Foundation in Health and Social Care

The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care helps students understand the key principles that support safe, effective, and compassionate care. Learners develop knowledge of care practice, communication, safeguarding, personal development, equality, and the responsibilities of working in health and social care settings.

The course is designed to prepare students for real care environments by helping them understand the needs of individuals, the importance of professional practice, and the role of care workers in supporting wellbeing.

What Students Learn

Students will study 6 modules covering important areas of health and social care. The course helps learners understand how care services operate, how to communicate effectively, how to protect vulnerable individuals, and how to promote dignity, respect, and person-centred care.

Learners also develop transferable skills such as communication, empathy, teamwork, problem-solving, reflection, professional awareness, and written assignment skills.

Study Support and Learning Resources

Students receive one-to-one tutor support, full course materials, and access to additional learning resources throughout the programme. Support may include webinars, social learning forums, and extra study materials to help learners complete their assignments successfully.

The course is assessed through online written assignments, allowing students to demonstrate their understanding without sitting formal written examinations.

Progression Opportunities

Upon successful completion, students will receive an OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care, regulated by Ofqual. This qualification can support applications for undergraduate degree programmes at a range of UK universities.

Students may also choose to continue with a Level 4 and Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care, followed by an undergraduate top-up degree at selected UK universities.