Where will this course lead?

The Cache Health and social care certificate is the first year of a 2 year programme of study. It is tailored for those that wish to strengthen their academic abilities and gain a broader knowledge of health and social care.

It is a great starting point if you are considering a career in a health and social care environment or if you wish to move onto study higher education.

The second year of the course is the Extended Diploma.

What will I study?

- Communication

- Equality and Diversity

- Infection Control

- Safeguarding

- Psychological Perspectives

- Sociological Perspectives

- Human growth and Development

How will this course be delivered?

This 2 year programme will be delivered using practical work and taught sessions, educational visits as well as experience from your placements.

There will be a controlled assessment which will be sat under controlled conditions within the classroom.

What qualifications will I get?

Year 1 - CACHE Level 3 Certificate In Health and Social Care

Year 2 - CACHE level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

How will I be assessed?

To pass this course you will need to meet all deadlines for assignments in each topic area. You may need to resit maths as part of this course.

How do I get a place on the course?

Places are offered by 1-1 interview with a member of the health and social care team and a positive reference and report from your school is essential.

What are the entry requirements?

4 GCSES at grade 4 and above including English Language. You may resit GCSE Maths alongside this course if you have a grade 3.

What else do I need to know?

An enhanced DBS is essential for the course as you are attending placements with vulnerable people. This is needed before you can start the placements.

If you have a learning Difficulty or Disability, please let us know when you apply. You will be offered support in your interview. If you need help completing your application, we can help with this too.

Learners who enrol on to Health and Social care courses are required to complete a DBS and a trip will be offered. These additions will require a contribution from the student.

What can I do after this course?

If you are successful on your first year, you will be interviewed for a place on the second year. This is essential for anybody wishing to study at university. There are many career options from this course including Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Occupational therapist, and many others.

Location

Blossomfield Campus

Start Date

Sept-2025

Day

Various

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

HEDAH013BCF1

Study Mode

Full Time

Location

Woodlands Campus

Start Date

Sept-2025

Day

Various

Time

TBC

Course Fee

N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds

Course Code

HEDAJ013CCF1

Study Mode

Full Time

Nurse

Nurses provide general and/or specialised nursing care for the sick, injured and others in need of such care, assist medical doctors with their tasks and work with other healthcare professionals and within teams of healthcare workers. They advise on and teach nursing practice.

What’s Involved?

A nurse assists medical doctors and works with other healthcare professionals to deal with emergencies and pre-planned treatment of patients; manages own case load; monitors patient's progress, administers drugs and medicines, applies surgical dressings and gives other forms of treatment; participates in the preparation for physical and psychological treatment of mentally ill patients; plans duty rotas and organises and directs the work and training of ward and theatre nursing staff; advises on nursing care, disease prevention, nutrition, etc. and liaises with hospital board/ management on issues concerning nursing policy; plans, manages, provides and evaluates nursing care services for patients, supervises the implementation of nursing care plans; delivers lectures and other forms of formal training relating to nursing practice.

Predicted Employment

How much can I earn?

£17,680
NATIONAL AVERAGE

Employment by Region

The career paths provided are to give you an idea of the careers that you could progress onto in the future. However, for some, you may need to complete higher level qualifications and gain experience before your dream job becomes a reality. The information provided is to support further research and to generate some initial career ideas when choosing a course. Please check entry requirements to degree courses, apprenticeships, and jobs as this may vary from year to year and across providers. For further advice and guidance, please contact: careers@solihull.ac.uk.