Introduction
The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a 60-credit qualification that is equivalent to an A Level or Access to HE qualification. It targets learners who aim to pursue a health and social care degree but lack the usual entry qualifications.
The qualification intends to provide learners with a foundation of knowledge and understanding in various topics relevant to the Health and Social Care industry. These topics enable learners to develop practical and theoretical problem-solving skills using Information and Health and Social Care.
The International Access Programme (IAP) comprises a suite of ATHE L3 qualifications, with each qualification carrying a credit value of 60. Learners can choose to study one or more qualifications in the suite.
Grading Procedure
The grading system for this qualification includes Pass, Merit, and Distinction levels.
Course Specification
The full course modules are provided below. You can download full brochure from the button below as well.
| Unit Name | Credit |
|---|---|
|
Structure and Overview of the Health and Social Care Sector |
12 |
|
Principles, Values and Regulation in the Health and Social Care Sector |
10 |
|
Human Growth and Development |
5 |
|
Working in Health and Social Care |
15 |
|
Research in Health and Social Care |
10 |
|
Personal and Professional Development in the Health and Social Care Sector |
8 |