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The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 foundation diploma in Health and Social Care worth 60 credits (600 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an O…
9 months, Self-paced
Study online
Leads to Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care
Includes tutor support, a certificate
6 modules, starting with Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker
Best for
This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into health and social care or into Level 4 study without A-levels.
You come away with
Successful completion of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including OTHM Level 4 diplomas.
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Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.
Study method
Online
Course format
Online via the LSIB learning platform: unit materials, assignment briefs and tutor support; assessed by assignments (no exams); no fixed timetable.
Duration
9 months · Self-paced
Level
Beginner
Qualification
Regulated qualification - Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care
Additional info
Tutor supportCertificate(s) includedFinance available
Overview
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is an Ofqual-regulated Level 3 foundation diploma in Health and Social Care worth 60 credits (600 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to A-levels / access to higher education. Most learners complete it in 12 months, studying part-time around work.
Certificates
OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care (Ofqual qualification number 603/6776/3). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.
Curriculum
6 units
Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker10 credits
Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care10 credits
Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care10 credits
Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings10 credits
Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings10 credits
Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings10 credits
Description
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.
Who is this course for?
This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into health and social care or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace.
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. OTHM Centre must ensure learners are recruited with integrity onto appropriate qualifications that will meet their needs, enable and facilitate learning and achievement enable progression. The qualification is offered in English. English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country must provide evidence of English language competency. For more information visit English Language…
Career path
Successful completion of OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma for Higher Education Studies provides learners the opportunity for academic progressions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes including OTHM Level 4 diplomas. For more information visit University Progressions page on the OTHM website. University progression routes published by OTHM include: Bangor University: progress to year 1 of BA Sociology and Criminology and Criminal…; University of Greater Manchester: progress to year 1 of BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care.
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OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care: FAQs
OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care takes around 9 months to complete and is self-paced, so you can study around work and family.
OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care leads to Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care.
OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care costs £950. Finance is available to spread the cost.
The course price includes your certificate and tutor support. Check with the provider whether any exam or registration fees are charged separately.
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. OTHM Centre…
This Level 3 foundation diploma suits school leavers, career changers and adult learners who want a regulated route into health and social care or into Level 4 study without A-levels. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can…
Yes. OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is studied online, so you can learn from anywhere in the UK.
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