Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Work (RQF)

• Access Duration: 12 Months
• Awarded by: Training Qualifications UK
• Credit Value: 83
• Guided Learning Hours(GLH): 491-612
• Total Qualification Time(TQT): 830
• Direct Study Requirements: 339-211 hours
• Qualification Level: 3
• Qualification Number: 610/2249/4

• Have knowledge of the healthcare systems, including their structure, functions, and regulations, to effectively navigate within healthcare settings.
• Learn to provide high-quality care to patients, including assessing their needs, implementing care plans, and promoting their well-being in a respectful and compassionate manner.
• Interact effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals, ensuring clear and accurate information exchange.
• Have an understanding of safeguarding principles and procedures to recognise and respond appropriately to situations involving vulnerable individuals.
• Identify potential hazards, implement safety measures, and adhere to health and safety protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients.
• Recognise and address ethical and legal issues related to patient care, including confidentiality, consent, and patient rights.

This Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Work is for those who wish to positively impact others.

• Care support workers
• Healthcare assistants
• Healthcare support workers
• Nursing assistants
• Theatre assistants
• Mental health support workers
• Allied healthcare professionals
• Social care workers
• Caregivers

The Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Work opens up a range of rewarding opportunities in the growing healthcare sector. You can pursue roles such as healthcare professional or with further training specialise in areas like elderly care or mental health support. There’s a great demand for qualified healthcare workers, and this Healthcare Support Diploma will offer job security and room for progression.

Here are some career prospects you can pursue, once you’ve achieved this Level 3 Diploma.

• Care Worker
• Care Coordinator
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Healthcare Support Worker
• Healthcare Assistant
• Nursing Assistant
• Theatre Assistant
• Social Care Worker
• Caregiver
• Allied Healthcare Professional

• Learners should be over the age of 16.
• It is recommended learners have a Level 2 qualification in literacy, ICT, and numeracy or equivalent.
• Have adequate reading and writing skills in English.

• This course can be completed in a matter of months or over the course of a year. Most learners will complete this course in 6-9 months. Some learners may complete the course quicker, depending on their personal circumstances and available study time. We will accommodate your pace, providing unlimited support for 12 months.
• The TQUK Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support Work (RQF) requires approximately 491-612 guided study hours. This figure is an estimate and depends on how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how quickly you grasp the teaching, learning concepts, and course materials.

This course is assessed through written assignments, which are evaluated by an assessor at the end of each module. Importantly, this course doesn’t have exams. Here’s an overview of how you will be assessed throughout the course:

• Written Assignments: This course requires you to complete written assignments for each unit. Your assignments will be marked internally by an assessor.
• Feedback and Guidance: Your personal tutor will consistently monitor your progress and provide you with detailed feedback and guidance. This constructive feedback is designed to help you improve in future assessments.
• Assessor Support: You will have comprehensive access to support from assessors via various channels including telephone, WhatsApp, online discussions, email, and web chats.

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After completing this Level 3 Diploma, you can advance to a Level 4 or 5 qualification. You can also progress to a foundation degree. You have the option of pursuing a bachelor’s degree in healthcare.

Next Steps for a Possible Academic Progression Pathway:

• Level 4 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
• Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care Management
• Foundation Degree in Healthcare, or a related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare, Healthcare Management, or Nursing

Additional qualifications you can progress to;

• Specialised healthcare qualifications in mental health support, dementia care, or palliative care.

Ofqual-regulated qualifications are overseen by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) in England. Ofqual is England’s main government-appointed regulatory body regulating school, college, and vocational qualifications in the UK. Ofqual ensures these qualifications meet high standards of quality and rigour, providing assurance they are recognised and respected by employers, educational institutions, and professional bodies. This oversight guarantees the qualifications maintain consistency, transparency, and credibility, meaning potential employers and organisations will have confidence in the individual’s skills and abilities, making them competitive candidates. They support professional development and compliance with industry standards, particularly in regulated fields such as healthcare, education, and public services. Ofqual-regulated qualifications are accepted abroad or can be easily converted to the country’s equivalent.

RQF

The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications based on their level of difficulty and size. RQF is jointly regulated by England’s regulator Ofqual, Wales DCELLS, and Northern Ireland’s CCEA. The RQF ensures qualifications are standardised, making it easier for learners, employers, and educational institutions to understand the value and level of each qualification. The framework consists of nine levels, from Entry Level to Level 8, with each level indicating the complexity and depth of learning. For a qualification to be recognised as part of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), it must be created or approved by an awarding body that is acknowledged by one of the government-appointed regulatory bodies.