ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care Diploma Qualification
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The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is designed for learners who want to progress into health and social care employment, further study, or higher-level qualifications in the care sector.
This qualification helps learners develop essential knowledge of health and social care principles, communication, equality and diversity, safeguarding, person-centred practice, personal and professional development, and wider healthcare practice.
At BSGS College, learners receive structured support through our online learning platform, tutor guidance, learning resources, assignment support, and clear assessor feedback to help them complete the qualification successfully.
The course covers important areas such as communication, equality and diversity, health and safety, safeguarding, duty of care, person-centred approaches, human growth and development, and working in health and social care.
This qualification is awarded by ATHE and regulated by Ofqual. It is suitable for learners preparing for care sector roles, progression to higher education, or further professional development in health and social care.
Health and Social Care Course at BSGS College
This Level 3 Diploma provides learners with a strong foundation in health and social care knowledge and prepares them for progression into employment or higher-level study. With flexible learning, tutor support, and assignment guidance, learners can study around work, family, and personal commitments.
Care Sector Knowledge
Develop core knowledge for health, social care, and support settings.
Person-Centred Practice
Explore dignity, respect, equality, safeguarding, and wellbeing in care.
Communication Skills
Understand effective communication and professional relationships in care.
Flexible Learning
Study online with access to learning resources and tutor guidance.
Tutor Support
Receive guidance and feedback throughout your qualification.
Recognised Qualification
Awarded by ATHE and regulated by Ofqual.
Career Progression
Useful for care assistant, healthcare support, community support, and progression routes.
Easy Registration
Simple enrolment process with support from our admissions team.
Easy to Get Qualified
Getting your qualification with BSGS College is simple and straightforward. Follow these easy steps to complete your course and achieve your recognised certificate.
Enrol at BSGS College
Register for your ATHE Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification and begin your learning journey with us.
Study with Tutor Support
Access learning materials through our LMS portal and receive support from your tutor or assessor.
Submit Assignments
Complete written assignments and submit evidence to meet the required learning outcomes.
Receive Your Certificate
Successfully complete the qualification and receive your certificate from a recognised awarding body.
About the Qualification
Key qualification information is listed below to help you compare the course level, learning time, credit value, awarding details, and assessment route before you apply.
- Awarding Body: ATHE
- Qualification Number: 603/6568/7
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 303 Hours
- Total Qualification Time (TQT): 600 Hours
- Credits: 60
- Equivalent Level: A Level / Access to HE
- Level: 3
Assessment Strategy
| Assessment Method | Grading | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Written Assignments | Pass / Fail | Learners complete written tasks that show Level 3 knowledge and understanding of health and social care. |
| Portfolio Evidence | Pass / Fail | Learners may complete a portfolio of evidence supported by tutor or assessor guidance. |
| Knowledge-Based Assessment | Pass / Fail | The qualification focuses on knowledge and understanding of care values, communication, safeguarding, and professional practice. |
| No Formal Exam | Not Applicable | The qualification is normally assessed through coursework, written evidence, or assessor-marked tasks. |
Qualification Unit Breakdown
- Understand effective communication in health and social care settings.
- Explore professional relationships, confidentiality, and record keeping.
- Recognise barriers to communication and ways to overcome them.
- Understand the importance of reflective practice and professional conduct.
- Understand equality, diversity, inclusion, and rights in care settings.
- Explore person-centred approaches that promote dignity and respect.
- Recognise how individual needs, preferences, and values shape support.
- Understand how to reduce discrimination and promote positive outcomes.
- Understand safeguarding responsibilities in health and social care.
- Explore duty of care and professional accountability.
- Recognise health and safety principles that protect individuals and workers.
- Understand reporting procedures and safe working practices.
- Understand stages of human growth and development.
- Explore factors that can affect health, wellbeing, and quality of life.
- Recognise the impact of physical, emotional, social, and environmental factors.
- Understand how care services can support positive wellbeing.
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of health and social care workers.
- Explore multi-disciplinary working and partnership approaches.
- Recognise how policies, procedures, and values guide care practice.
- Prepare for progression into employment or higher-level study.
Entry Requirement
There are no specific formal entry requirements for this qualification.
Learners should ideally be aged 16 or above and have a suitable level of English reading and writing skills to complete written assignments and assessment evidence successfully.
This course is suitable for learners who:
- Work or want to work in health and social care
- Want to work in health and social care
- Are preparing for care assistant, support worker, or healthcare support roles
- Want to progress to higher-level health and social care qualifications
- Want a broad Level 3 foundation before further study or employment
- Prefer a knowledge-based qualification assessed through coursework
Before starting, learners may complete an initial assessment so we can confirm the course is suitable and provide the right level of support.
Progression and Career Opportunities
After completing this qualification, learners may progress to:
- ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
- Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care or related care qualifications
- Higher education routes in health and social care
- Healthcare support, adult care, community support, or care assistant roles
- Further study in safeguarding, mental health, care management, or public health
Our Fees
ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
| Course Fee | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1st Instalment / Registration | Second instalment - due before assignment submission. | Total |
| £275 | £275 | £550 |
Note: Fees can be updated by BSGS College. Please contact admissions for the latest course fee and payment plan options.
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