HEALTHCARE AND PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAMS
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Caregiving)
Compassionate Care Starts Here – Build a Rewarding Career in Health and Social Care
Course Overview
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed to develop the essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for success in the health and social care sector. This qualification supports learners in understanding the responsibilities of various care roles, from safeguarding to communication and person-centred care. It provides a solid foundation for individuals wishing to work or advance in roles involving the support and care of adults in a variety of settings.
Successful completion of the Level 3 Diploma allows progression into employment within the sector or onto further education in areas such as health and social care management or nursing.
Entry Requirements
Approved Centres are responsible for determining learner eligibility based on an initial assessment. Applicants must demonstrate:
- The ability to meet the demands of the qualification;
- Aged 16 years or older;
- Readiness for the health and social care environment;
- For non-native English speakers: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is recommended;
- Supportive references (academic or professional) may be required.
This qualification is accessible and designed to minimize unnecessary entry barriers, with accommodations available for individual needs.
Qualification Structure
Learners will complete the following units:
- Understand Own Role
- Personal Development
- Duty of Care
- Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Human Rights
- Work in a Person-centred Way
- Communication
- Privacy and Dignity
- Nutrition and Hydration
- Awareness of Mental Health and Dementia
- Adult Safeguarding
- Safeguarding Children
- Health, Safety, and Principles of Basic Life Support
- Handling Information
- Infection Prevention and Control
- An Awareness of Learning Disability and Autism
Key Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will:
- Understand their professional role and personal development needs.
- Apply principles of duty of care and manage potential conflicts or dilemmas.
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in their practice.
- Deliver care in a person-centred way that maintains dignity, privacy, and independence.
- Communicate effectively and confidentially using appropriate tools and approaches.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns for adults and children.
- Recognise the nutritional, emotional, and medical needs of those they support.
- Follow health, safety, and infection prevention protocols.
- Understand and support individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and autism.
- Accurately handle and manage sensitive information and records.
Duration and Delivery
This qualification is designed to be flexible and accessible to a diverse range of learners. It can typically be completed over one academic year, depending on the mode of study (full-time or part-time) and the learner's pace.
Delivery methods may include:
- Instructor-led classroom sessions
- Online learning modules
- Self-directed study
- Group activities and collaborative tasks
- Practical labs and case studies
Assessment and Verification
Formative Assessment
- Ongoing during the course
- Focused on developmental feedback from tutors
- Not graded but essential for improvement and preparation
Summative Assessment
- Conducted at the end of each unit
- Evaluates knowledge, application, and skills
- Marks are subject to internal and external verification
Career & Progression Opportunities
This qualification prepares learners for a range of roles and pathways, such as:
- Health Care Assistant
- Residential Support Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Care Coordinator
- Progression to Level 4 Health and Social Care
- Entry into Nursing or Social Work degrees
It serves as a stepping stone toward leadership roles in care settings or higher-level qualifications in healthcare.
Note: This program does not qualify participants for clinical roles or professional licensure in Qatar.