OTHM LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
Programme Details
| Award | OTHM LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE |
|---|---|
| Award Level | RQF Level 3 |
| Awarding Body | OTHM |
| Language of Study | English |
| Fees | (Please contact the college) |
| Study Mode | Full-Time, 1 year |
| Delivery Method | Distance learning via Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) – Moodle |
Programme Overview
The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a support worker, senior support worker or care assistant level.
The programme enables learners to demonstrate their skills by producing evidence from their work activities, to meet national occupational standards. Learners will acquire skills to support a role in the Health and Social Care sector or progress to further study. OTHM Qualifications are approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation).
Programme Details
To successfully complete the programme, students must earn 60 credits at Level 3, distributed across 6 units.
6 Months – Level 3
| Unit Title | Credits |
|---|---|
| Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker (Core) | 10 |
| Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care (Core) | 10 |
| Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care (Core) | 10 |
| Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings (Core) | 10 |
| Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings (Optional) | 10 |
| Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings (Optional) | 10 |
Entry Requirements
A learner willing to study OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care qualification must possess the following entry requirements:
- OTHM Level 3 qualifications can be offered to learners from age 16. OTHM does not specify entry requirements for these qualifications. OTHM ensures that learners admitted to the programme have sufficient capability at the right level to undertake the learning and assessment criteria.
- Learners should undertake Initial and Diagnostic assessment held by the College.
- Our Recognition of Prior Learning policy means that students’ previous learning and experience can be considered, and they may be awarded certain qualifications or units of a qualification based on that learning or experience.
English Language Requirements
Applicants applying for all our qualifications, which are taught and assessed entirely in English, need English language skills.
Non-native English speakers who have not carried out their final two years of schooling in English should demonstrate ability at a standard equivalent to:
| Accepted Qualifications | Required Score |
|---|---|
| CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) | Level B2 |
| Pearson PTE Academic | 51 |
| IELTS | Overall 5.5 (Reading & Writing: 5.5 minimum) |
English will also be assessed through a written statement and interview.
ICT Requirements
Applicants must have basic ICT skills, including:
Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Internet and Email literacy
Application and Selection Process:
Stage 1: Submission of Application Form
Submit online form with all required documents
Admission team invites applicant for an informal interview within 2 working days
Stage 2: Submission of Personal Statement
- 350-400-word typed statement in applicant’s own words (MS Word format)
- No images or copied content
- Submit at least 1 working day before the formal interview
Stage 3: Interview Stage
- Tests an applicant’s spoken English competency, reading skills and ability to hold a technical conversation
- The interview assesses applicant’s intent to study.
Stage 4: Basic IT and Mathematics Test
- An online basic IT test is held to demonstrate required IT skills.
- For certain courses, an applicant might be asked to complete a Mathematics test.
Stage 5: Offer
- Prospective students who succeed in the interview and the test(s), receive unconditional offers of places onto the course.
- The admissions team will inform all successful applicants about the times and arrangements for induction, enrolment and registration.
Career progression
Successful completion of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care qualification enables learners directly entry into Year 1 of a three-year UK Bachelor’s degree or pursue Level 4 Diplomas. As this qualification is approved and regulated by Ofqual (Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), many universities acknowledge the ability of learners after studying the course consider for direct entry into a range of their bachelor’s degree programmes.
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