The 90 Credit Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Health and Social Care is a knowledge only qualification aimed at the following:

• Individuals with interest in health and social care
• Individuals who intend to work within a health and social care setting
• Individuals who are currently working within a health and social care setting
• Individuals unable to adhere to the demands of a competency-based health and social care apprenticeship.

The qualification content is applicable to a wide variety of health and social care job roles, including but not limited to; residential settings, primary care environments, day services, personal assistance and domiciliary services. It provides learners with formal recognition of their health and social care knowledge.

Qualification Structure

• Mandatory units
  
  • 70 credits must be achieved from all seven necessary units
• Optional units
  
  • 20 credits must be obtained from this group