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Current controlled listing RQF Level 3

Paid flexible online qualification

Health and Social Care Level 3

A flexible online foundation course covering responsibilities, communication, safety, person-centred practice and information handling in health and social care settings.

Provider
Online Business School
Study format
Online
Assessment
Six online written assignments

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Controlled information

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Delivery
Online
Study pace
Flexible and self-paced
Assessment
Six online written assignments
Provider
Online Business School
Qualification level
RQF Level 3
Published course option
Complete Level 3 course: £2,500

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To be confirmed

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  • A receiving university, employer, professional body or other organisation makes its own recognition and progression decisions.

Fees and payment

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Complete Level 3 course

£2,500

Published price before VAT

£20 deposit, then 24 monthly payments of £103.33 at 0% interest. The deposit is included in the displayed total.

The current provider listing states £2,500 excluding VAT, with a £20 deposit followed by 24 monthly payments of £103.33. Confirm the VAT-inclusive total and VAT treatment of the instalments before enrolment.

Course decision guide

Is this the right route for you?

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This route may suit you if

  • Learners who want an introduction to responsibilities, communication, safety, person-centred practice and information handling in care settings.
  • People considering further care study who need a 60-credit academic foundation before a higher-level management route.
  • Learners who understand that workplace checks, occupational training and employer requirements sit outside this diploma.

Compare another route first if

  • You already meet Level 4 entry requirements and want management, supervision, safeguarding and research across Level 4 and Level 5.
  • You need a qualification that directly provides professional registration, workplace competence sign-off or eligibility for a regulated role.

Compare the closest alternatives

Alternative route

Health and Social Care Management Level 4 and Level 5

Choose the Level 4 and Level 5 route if you have suitable prior study and want management, supervision, partnership and research content. Compare course details

Alternative route

Level 3 Employability and Workplace Skills

Choose Employability and Workplace Skills for general career planning and workplace performance without a health-and-care subject focus. Compare course details

Qualification facts

What qualification will you receive?

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RQF Level 3

OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care

Awarding organisation
OTHM
Qualification number
603/6776/3
Credits
60
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Curriculum

What you will study

01

Mandatory units

  1. Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care Worker
  2. Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care
  3. Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care
  4. Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings
  5. Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings
  6. Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings

Practical requirements

What you need and how the course is assessed.

Entry requirements

  • OTHM permits Level 3 study from age 16 and requires the approved centre to assess the learner’s capability.
  • The current provider listing normally expects full secondary education, with relevant work experience considered in some cases.
  • English-language competence is required for online study and written assessment.
  • Online Business School makes the final enrolment decision.

Assessment in practice

  • The provider listing states six online written assignments, one for each mandatory unit.
  • The provider currently describes assignments as approximately 2,000 to 3,000 words each.
  • The qualification is internally assessed by the centre and externally verified by OTHM.
  • All six units must be passed for the qualification to be awarded.

Further study and careers

Further study and progression

The qualification may support applications for suitable Level 4 or undergraduate routes and can provide relevant knowledge for care and support work. Universities and employers set their own entry, experience, training, safeguarding and background-check requirements.

Continue health and care study

You may apply for a suitable Level 4 health and social care route, subject to the next provider’s entry decision.

Use the knowledge in employment

The topics may support care-related development, while each employer decides the training, checks, experience and qualification required.

Included support

Current benefits shown for this route

Benefits can change and may depend on the course and payment method. Confirm the current terms before enrolment.

Online learning materials

The current provider listing includes online modules, learning resources and assignment support under the provider’s course terms.

Tutor and learner support

The current provider listing describes one-to-one tutor support, webinars and a social learning forum. The exact contact schedule can vary.

Conditions apply

Questions before enrolment

Frequently asked questions

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Does this course qualify me automatically for a care role?

No. It provides relevant Level 3 knowledge, but employers decide their own requirements and may require experience, workplace training, safeguarding checks or another occupational qualification.

Is this course CQC recognised?

RSG does not use that claim. CQC requirements depend on the specific service and role, and this academic diploma does not automatically create registration or Registered Manager eligibility.

Is the displayed £2,500 the final amount payable?

The current provider listing states £2,500 excluding VAT. Ask RSG to confirm the VAT-inclusive total and how VAT is applied to the payment plan before enrolment.

What happens if I cancel, withdraw or request a refund?

Online Business School's current cancellation, withdrawal and refund terms apply. Ready Study Global does not set or administer the provider's refund decisions. Ask us for the current OBS terms before enrolment or payment.

Should I start at Level 3 or choose Health and Social Care Management Level 4 and Level 5?

Choose Level 3 for an academic foundation in care responsibilities and practice. Choose Level 4 and Level 5 only if you meet the higher entry requirements and want management, supervision, safeguarding and research.

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