The Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a vocational qualification designed for individuals who are looking to develop their skills and knowledge in the field of health and social care. The qualification is suitable for individuals who are looking for a career path in the sector.

The qualification covers the following areas:

• The ability to read and use appropriate literature with a full and critical understanding the ability to think independently and solve problems
• Applying subject knowledge and understanding to address familiar and unfamiliar problems
• Recognising the moral and ethical issues of health and social care practice and research; appreciating the need for ethical standards and professional codes of conduct
• An appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of health and social care service provision
• Capacity to give a clear and accurate account of a subject, in a mature way and engage in debate and dialogue both with specialists and non-specialists
• To develop transferable skills and knowledge
• To motivate individuals to progress to further professional development through future study or as part of their chosen career

To achieve the qualification, learners must complete a range of assessments, including written assignments, practical projects, and exams. They will also need to demonstrate their understanding and application of key principles and theories in health and social care.