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NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
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The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care prepares learners for Higher Education or careers in the sector, offering diverse units and real-world placements. Suitable for ages 16+, it completes in two years.
NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
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About This Course
The NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is crafted to facilitate entry into Higher Education or career advancement in the health and social care sector. Developed by experts and reviewed by employers and universities, it meets the Department for Education’s criteria for the 16–19 Performance Tables as a ‘Tech Level’ qualification.
This course covers diverse health and social care topics, with optional units tailored to individual interests. Learners must complete 175 hours of work placement in settings like care homes or hospitals. Suitable for those aged 16+, it typically takes two years to complete.
Course Benefits
This qualification provides a solid academic foundation for accessing Higher Education, preparing learners for university degrees in health and social care. The curriculum, designed by experts and reviewed by employers and institutions, ensures relevance and accuracy. Approved as a ‘Tech Level’ qualification, it meets the Department for Education’s criteria. The diploma covers essential health and social care subjects with optional units for specialization. It includes 175 hours of practical work experience and diverse placement opportunities. Completion is typically within two years. Mapped to Care Certificate Standards, it enhances employability in various health and social care roles.
Course Units
Qualification Title: NCFE CACHE Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualification Number: 601/8435/8
Total Credits: 149
Mandatory Units:
Unit 1: Equality, Diversity And Rights In Health And Social Care (K/507/1406)
Unit 2: Human Growth And Development (M/507/1407)
Unit 3: Safeguarding In Health And Social Care (T/507/1408)
Unit 4: Communication In Health And Social Care (J/507/1431)
Unit 5: Infection Prevention And Control In Health And Social Care (L/507/1432)
Unit 6: Psychological Perspectives In Health And Social Care (R/507/1433)
Unit 7: Sociological Perspectives In Health And Social Care (Y/507/1434)
Unit 8: Working In Health And Social Care (D/507/1435)
Unit 9: Reflective Practice (H/507/1436)
Unit 10: Empowerment In Health And Social Care (K/507/1437)
Unit 11: Protection Of Children, Young People And Adults In Health And Social Care (M/507/1438)
Unit 12: Anatomy And Physiology For Health And Social Care (F/617/6754)
Unit 13: Research Skills For Health And Social Care (K/507/1440)
Unit 14: Personal And Professional Development (M/507/1441)
Unit 15: Certificate Synoptic Assessment (HSC1)
Unit 16: Extended Diploma External Assessment (HSED2)
Unit 17: Certificate 75 Placement Hours (HSC/CPH)
Unit 18: Extended Diploma 100 Placement Hours (HSC/EDPH)
Optional Units:
Unit 19: Behaviour Change In Health And Social Care (D/507/1483)
Unit 20: Biochemistry For Health (H/507/1484)
Unit 21: Community Care Provision (K/507/1485)
Unit 22: Complementary Therapies And Alternative Medicine For Health And Social Care (M/507/1486)
Unit 23: Dementia Awareness (T/507/1487)
Unit 24: End Of Life Care (F/507/1508)
Unit 25: Genetics In Health And Social Care (J/507/1509)
Unit 26: Health Education (F/507/1511)
Unit 27: Health Psychology (J/507/1512)
Unit 28: Mental Health And Well-Being (L/507/1513)
Unit 29: Microbiology For Health (R/507/1514)
Unit 30: Nutrition For Health And Social Care (Y/507/1515)
Unit 31: Physiology Of Coordination (D/507/1516)
Unit 32: Public Health For Health And Social Care (K/507/1518)
Unit 33: Science Of Nutrition (M/507/1519)
Unit 34: Social Policy (H/507/1520)
Unit 35: The Role Of Play For Children And Young People (K/507/1521)
Unit 36: Advocacy In Health And Social Care (T/507/1490)
Unit 37: Epidemiology For Health And Social Care (F/507/1489)
Unit 38: Ethics In Health And Social Care (A/507/1491)
Unit 39: Family Issues In Health And Social Care (F/507/1492)
Unit 40: Learning Disability (J/507/1493)
Unit 41: Medication In Health And Social Care (L/507/1494)
Unit 42: Models And Systems Of Health Care (R/507/1495)
Unit 43: Partnership Working In Health And Social Care (Y/507/1496)
Unit 44: Pharmacology (D/507/1497)
Unit 45: Physiology Of Ageing (H/507/1498)
Unit 46: Promoting Positive Behaviour (K/507/1499)
Unit 47: Sociology Of Health And Illness (R/507/1500)
Unit 48: Support Care Within Fostering And Adoption Services (D/507/1502)
Unit 49: Technology In Health And Social Care (H/507/1503)
Unit 50: Voluntary Organisations (K/507/1504)
Assessment
This course is assessed through assignments designed to test your knowledge of the course materials. You will access learning materials and submit work online via our learner management system. An expert assessor will mark your work and provide guidance throughout the programme. Learners must complete a work placement of at least 175 hours in a real work environment to support their learning. The placement can be in various settings, such as residential care homes or hospitals.
Required Knowledge
Learners must be at least 16. Require 5 GCSEs at A-C (or 9-4), usually including English and Maths. A good reference for attendance and punctuality is often needed. Some require Level 2 Health and Social Care.
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.
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This is a question that our team are often asked, there are many reasons but here are the main reasons to choose Association of Learning:
- No hidden charges, the price you see includes everything, from tutoring to certification.
- Our average tutor marking time is 3 working days (most providers are 10+).
- Our customers have rated us ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot.
- Our courses are up to date. Many providers create course content and fail to keep it up to date.
- We are open later than any other home learning provider.
- As many submissions as you need to complete, many providers cap how many times you can submit work.
- All courses are fully endorsed by external awarding organisations.
- 14 day money back guarantee or course switch.
If you need any more reasons to choose Association of Learning, contact our team!
You have 12 months to complete your course, however you can complete at a faster pace without any additional costs. Some of our students have managed to complete in as little as 3 months!
This is a government-regulated qualification, with certification provided by an Ofqual-regulated awarding body.
There are two payment options, pay in full for your course or monthly. Our monthly payment option allows you to spread the cost of your course over a number of months.
If you choose to pay using a payment plan, to apply you must be able to answer yes to the following:
- Your billing address is based in the UK
- You have a UK based bank account
- Bill payer must be 18 or above.
No, this course is assignment based, which means you will not have to complete any exams. If your assignment doesn’t pass first time, you can retry as many times as you need within your 12 months support period.
No, this is a distance learning course, which means your assessments will be submitted and marked using our online LMS (Learner Management System).
Unlike other providers, Association of Learning use a fast-track system to get your certificate to you within six weeks (our average is two weeks).
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