NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland)

About This Course

The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland) equips learners with essential knowledge and skills for the health and social care sector. Designed by experts and reviewed by employers and universities, it supports progression to Higher Education or employment.

Ideal for those aged 16+, it requires a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care. The course includes mandatory and optional units, external assessments, and 100 placement hours.

Graduates can pursue various roles or further studies in health and social care in Northern Ireland.

Course Benefits

Dual Progression Pathways: Supports learners in advancing to Higher Education or various job roles in Northern Ireland’s health and social care sector.

Northern Ireland Specific Focus: Tailors essential knowledge and skills to local regulations and practices.

Industry and Academia Vetted Content: Designed by experts and reviewed by employers and Higher Education Institutions.

Breadth and Depth of Study: Offers a comprehensive curriculum with core knowledge and in-depth exploration.

Development of Practical Skills: Provides opportunities to acquire and refine practical skills.

Builds on Prior Learning: Integrates with the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma, offering a clear progression route.

Structured and Robust Assessment: Includes two externally assessed components and internally assessed units.

Mandatory Practical Work Placement: Requires 100 hours of work placement experience.

Wide Range of Career Opportunities: Broadly applicable to diverse roles, enhancing employability.

Course Units

Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland)
Qualification Number: 603/5355/7
Total Credits: 58

Mandatory Units:

Unit 1: Ncfe Cache Level 3 Diploma In Health And Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland) (603/4724/7)

Unit 2: Human Growth, Development And Wellbeing (K/617/7915)

Unit 3: Specialist Areas Of Care Practice (J/617/6755)

Unit 4: Empowerment In Health And Social Care (K/507/1437)

Unit 5: Anatomy And Physiology For Health And Social Care (F/617/6754)

Unit 6: Extended Diploma Extended Assessment (Hscni/Edea)

Unit 7: Extended Diploma 100 Placement Hours (Hsc/Edph)

Optional Units:

Unit 8: Behaviour Change In Health And Social Care (D/507/1483)

Unit 9: Biochemistry For Health (H/507/1484)

Unit 10: Community Care Provision (K/507/1485)

Unit 11: Complementary Therapies And Alternative Medicine For Health And Social Care (M/507/1486)

Unit 12: Psychological Perspectives In Health And Social Care (R/507/1433)

Unit 13: Sociological Perspectives In Health And Social Care (Y/507/1434)

Unit 14: Genetics In Health And Social Care (J/507/1509)

Unit 15: Health Education (F/507/1511)

Unit 16: Health Psychology (J/507/1512)

Unit 17: Microbiology For Health (R/507/1514)

Unit 18: Physiology Of Coordination (D/507/1516)

Unit 19: Public Health For Health And Social Care (K/507/1518)

Unit 20: Science Of Nutrition (M/507/1519)

Unit 21: Social Policy (H/507/1520)

Unit 22: Advocacy In Health And Social Care (T/507/1490)

Unit 23: Epidemiology For Health And Social Care (F/507/1489)

Unit 24: Ethics In Health And Social Care (A/507/1491)

Unit 25: Family Issues In Health And Social Care (F/507/1492)

Unit 26: Models And Systems Of Health Care (R/507/1495)

Unit 27: Partnership Working In Health And Social Care (Y/507/1496)

Unit 28: Pharmacology (D/507/1497)

Unit 29: Physiology Of Ageing (H/507/1498)

Unit 30: Sociology Of Health And Illness (R/507/1500)

Unit 31: Technology In Health And Social Care (H/507/1503)

Unit 32: Voluntary Organisations (K/507/1504)

Assessment

This course is assessed using a series of assignments designed to test your knowledge of the course materials. You’ll access your learning materials and submit your work online using our learner management system. Your expert assessor will mark your work and guide you throughout the programme. There are two external assessments: one for the Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care mandatory unit and another for the remaining mandatory units. The remaining units are internally assessed. This qualification requires learners to complete a work/industry placement experience with a minimum of 100 hours.

Required Knowledge

Minimum age: 16. Entry is at the centre’s discretion. Completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) (Northern Ireland) is required. A work placement is mandatory.

Awarding Body

Upon completing your course, you’ll receive a certificate recognising your achievement. NCFE, a renowned organisation offering vocational and technical courses, has provided quality education for over 170 years. In 2015, CACHE joined NCFE. Enrol in an NCFE CACHE course for two-year access to NCFE CACHE Alumni, a network offering resources and guidance for care, health, and education professionals.

Support

From the guidance of our personal tutors whose industry experience within counselling can help to support and mentor your studies, to our comprehensive study guide and course materials; from day one we will go above and beyond to help you succeed in your studies. With twelve months tutor support, you have the option of completing in as little as three months, or using the full twelve months.

You too can take advantage of the extensive knowledge base of our personal tutors and use their experiences to get all of your questions answered. Similarly, our student support team are readily available to lend you their advice and guidance as they help you to decipher your course materials and answer your questions.

Only one click away, you can trust that help will be there when you need it.