C&G Health & Social Care Level 3

Qualification Title
Health & Social Care

Level
Level 3 

Qualification Aims:
This NVQ provides you with proof that you are competent in your work and have the skills and knowledge to do your job well.
A nationally recognised and flexible qualification from City and Guilds Awarding Body that enables candidates to gain the practical skills needed to be an effective care worker. Candidates will increase in confidence, personal growth and development, which can enhance the Quality of Care provided by care homes.

These qualifications are suitable for:
Care assistants working in residential, nursing and learning and physical disability homes.

Entry requirements:
There are no academic entry requirements, however you must be engaged in work appropriate to the qualification, (see above).

Qualification structure:
4 mandatory units and
4 optional units

To achieve this qualification, candidates must achieve 8 units made up of 4 Core units and 4 Optional units (including the choice of the specialist unit/route). Candidates can also undertake additional units, although these are not required to complete the qualification.

Assessment & Grading:
This qualification is competence based and assessments are linked to the candidates ability to perform tasks connected to their occupational area. You will need to provide evidence to prove your competence and you will also be observed by an assessor carrying out your duties.

Units available to include:
Mandatory units include:
• Promote effective communication for and about individuals
• Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment.
• Reflect and develop your practice.
Two qualification routes- Either
Children and Young People Route
• Promote the well-being and protection of children and young people
OR
Adults Route
• Promote choice, well-being and the protection of all individuals.
(Please contact us for a complete list of optional units available)

Delivery & Timescales:
This is a student led model of delivery. Your training advisor will guide and encourage you using action plans and feedback, but you dictate the pace. . However, students will be expected to make progress according to agreed timescales. The qualifications can take anywhere between 6 months & 18 months to complete

 

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