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Level 3 Diploma in
Health & Social Care

A QUALIFI-accredited Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care — the essential starting point for anyone entering the sector. Build your foundation in care values, safeguarding, communication, and professional practice, with a UK-recognised qualification that opens the door to Level 4 and beyond.

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Level 3 UK diploma in Health and social Care (qualifi)
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9
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60
UK Credits

QUALIFI Certified

Earn an official QUALIFI UK Level 3 certificate — a nationally recognised credential that validates your entry into the health and social care profession.

Flexible Schedule

Morning, afternoon, and evening classes six days a week — designed to fit around existing work or care commitments without disruption.

Expert Teachers

Learn from experienced care professionals and academic tutors who understand what working in health and social care actually looks like.

Pathway to Level 4

Level 3 is your launchpad into the full QUALIFI Health pathway — with direct progression to Level 4, Level 5, and eventually Level 7 at ICSA.

About This Course

Level 3 Health & Social Care at ICSA

The right place to start. Level 3 is designed for people who are new to health and social care — whether you're entering the sector for the first time or formalising experience you already have. No prior qualifications in care are required.

The QUALIFI Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is the recognised entry qualification for anyone beginning their professional journey in healthcare, social care, residential care, community services, or related settings. At 60 credits, it introduces the foundational knowledge, values, and skills that every care professional needs — from safeguarding and communication to equality, safety, and reflective practice.

The Level 3 is accessible without prior academic health qualifications, making it the ideal starting point for those changing careers, entering work for the first time, or building on voluntary or informal care experience. ICSA provides full academic support throughout — structured teaching sessions, assignment guidance, and tutor access — to ensure every student succeeds regardless of prior experience with formal study.

What You'll Learn

Skills You'll Walk Away With

The values and principles underpinning person-centred care
Effective communication skills for care settings
Safeguarding: recognising, reporting, and responding to abuse
Health and safety responsibilities in care environments
Equality, diversity, and inclusion in professional care practice
Infection prevention, hygiene, and PPE in care settings
Working effectively in multidisciplinary care teams
Reflective practice and personal professional development (CPD)
Course Outline

Program Structure

01
Unit 1: Introduction to Health and Social Care
60 Credits · Coursework Assessed
  • The health and social care sector: key settings, roles, and professional responsibilities
  • Core values: person-centred care, dignity, respect, empathy, and inclusion in practice
  • Communication skills for care: verbal, written, non-verbal, and active listening
  • Professional boundaries, confidentiality, and information-sharing in care work
02
Unit 2: Safeguarding and Duty of Care
60 Credits · Coursework Assessed
  • What safeguarding means: protecting vulnerable adults and children from harm
  • Recognising the types of abuse: physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and neglect
  • Reporting concerns: local safeguarding procedures, documentation, and escalation
  • Duty of care: balancing an individual's rights, risk, and professional responsibility
03
Unit 3: Health, Safety, and Well-being in Care Settings
60 Credits · Coursework Assessed
  • Key health and safety legislation relevant to care environments in the UK and GCC
  • Risk assessment: identifying, recording, and managing hazards in care settings
  • Infection prevention and control: hand hygiene, PPE, isolation, and cross-infection
  • Supporting the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of service users
04
Unit 4: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in Health and Social Care
60 Credits · Coursework Assessed
  • The Equality Act and protected characteristics: what they mean for care practice
  • Cultural competence: working respectfully with diverse communities and backgrounds
  • Person-centred care planning: identifying and meeting individual support needs
  • Recognising, challenging, and reporting discrimination and exclusion in care settings
05
Unit 5: Working in Health and Social Care Teams
60 Credits · Coursework Assessed
  • Team roles and responsibilities in multidisciplinary health and social care environments
  • Communicating effectively with colleagues, managers, service users, and their families
  • Introduction to reflective practice: learning from experience and improving care
  • Professional development: CPD planning, career pathways, and progressing to Level 4
Who Should Enrol

Is This Course Right For You?

This diploma is for anyone ready to begin a career in health and social care — whether you're brand new to the sector, returning after a break, or looking to formalise experience you've gained informally or through voluntary work.

People entering health and social care for the first time
Care workers seeking their first formal UK qualification
Those returning to work after a career break or family period
Anyone planning to progress to Level 4 and the full QUALIFI pathway
Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Level 3 Health and Social Care qualify me for?
The QUALIFI Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care qualifies you for entry-level and care assistant roles across health and social care settings — including residential care, community services, domiciliary care, hospital support, and social work assistance. It also provides the recognised academic foundation to progress to Level 4, where you can begin building toward supervisory and management roles and eventually the Level 7 (Master's equivalent) qualification.
Do I need any experience or prior qualifications to join?
No prior qualifications in health and social care are required for Level 3. It is designed as an accessible entry point for people new to the sector. Some general literacy and English language ability is expected, as the course involves reading, written assignments, and professional communication. If you have any experience in care work — paid or voluntary — this will be a genuine advantage in your assignments, but it is not a requirement. ICSA will advise you at your free consultation.
What is the difference between Level 3 and Level 4?
Level 3 is the foundation — it introduces the core values, knowledge, and skills that every care professional needs. It carries 60 UK credits and sits at the academic level of an A-Level. Level 4 builds on this with significantly more depth: it requires critical analysis, academic reading, Harvard referencing, and engages with healthcare management, policy, and leadership. Level 4 carries 120 credits at the academic level of the second year of a UK undergraduate degree. If you have no prior formal health qualification, Level 3 is typically the recommended starting point.
Can Level 3 lead to a UK university degree?
Level 3 alone is not typically sufficient for direct UK university degree entry — Level 4 or Level 5 is the standard gateway to Year 2 or Year 3 university entry. However, Level 3 provides the essential stepping stone to Level 4, which then opens the university progression pathway. At ICSA, you can complete the full QUALIFI pathway from Level 3 through to Level 7, giving you a clear and structured route from your first qualification to a Master's equivalent.
How long does Level 3 take and is it genuinely manageable for working adults?
The Level 3 programme runs over nine months. It is specifically designed for people who are working, caring for families, or managing other responsibilities alongside their studies. Classes are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening — six days a week — so you can choose the schedule that fits your life. Assignments are submitted as coursework rather than timed exams, which allows you to work at a pace that suits you. ICSA's tutors are available throughout to support you at every stage.
How long does the QUALIFI certificate take to arrive after I complete?
QUALIFI typically issues certificates within 8 to 12 weeks of final assessment submission and verification. ICSA manages the complete submission process with QUALIFI UK on your behalf and keeps you updated throughout. You will receive written confirmation of your results as soon as they are processed — so you can update your CV and LinkedIn profile immediately, before the physical certificate arrives.
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