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ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
UK Versity Online.

Awarded by ATHE | Regulated by Ofqual | Graded Qualification | Comprehensive Study Material Provided

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Price
£900 inc VAT
Or £75.00/mo. for 12 months...
Study method
Distance learning
Duration
12 weeks · Self-paced
Qualification
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care
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  • Assignment (included in price)
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Overview

Start your journey into a rewarding career in health and social care with a qualification designed to give you the knowledge, confidence, and academic credibility to progress. The ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is a 60-credit, Ofqual-regulated programme equivalent to A-Level standard and carries UCAS points, making it a strong pathway into university study.

This course is ideal for learners who want to progress into nursing, midwifery, social work, or broader health and social care degree programmes, as well as those looking to enter the sector with a solid professional foundation.

Delivered 100% online and assessed through assignments only, there are no exams. You will be graded using a Pass, Merit, and Distinction system, allowing you to clearly demonstrate your academic ability and progress.

You will develop essential knowledge across key areas including Principles of Health and Social Care Practice, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Safeguarding, Communication in Health and Social Care, Health, Safety and Risk Management, and Human Development Across the Lifespan. Each unit is designed to reflect real-world care settings and professional standards.

Delivered over a minimum of 12 weeks, this qualification is awarded by ATHE and regulated by Ofqual, providing a recognised and respected route into higher education and health and social care careers. UCAS points further support your progression into university study.

Qualification

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

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Description

Study with UK Versity and take your first step towards a career in health and social care through a flexible, fully supported online learning experience. As a British Accredited College (BAC) and Ofqual-regulated provider, UK Versity has supported over 11,000 learners since 2015 in achieving recognised qualifications and progressing in their studies and careers, with a strong 98.4% completion rate.

Recognised for excellence in learner satisfaction, UK Versity is a Feefo Gold Trusted Service Award winner for 2024 and 2025, based on verified student feedback. All programmes are delivered 100% online and assessed through assignments only, meaning there are no exams at any stage.

Your learning experience includes full access to structured digital course materials such as textbooks, lecture slides, recorded sessions, case studies, and module handouts via the learner platform. You will be supported by experienced personal tutors with over 10 years of industry experience and PGCE qualifications, ensuring expert academic guidance throughout your studies.

Weekly live Zoom sessions allow you to engage with tutors, ask questions, and strengthen your understanding in real time. A structured induction session ensures you start confidently, while ongoing support is available via WhatsApp groups, email, and phone during working hours.

With 24/7 access from any device, you can study flexibly around your personal and work commitments. Assignment feedback is typically provided within 2–3 working days to help you progress efficiently and stay on track.

Flexible payment options are available, including 0% instalment plans, PayPal, Klarna, and in-house payment solutions, making your studies more accessible.

Take the next step towards your future in health and social care and enrol today at ukversity. co. uk.

Who is this course for?

Designed for healthcare assistants, support workers, and care staff who want to gain a recognised Level 3 qualification that supports both professional development and long-term career progression. This course is ideal for those already working in health and social care who want to formalise their experience and strengthen their skills in a structured, recognised way.

It is also well suited to individuals planning to progress into nursing, health management, or social work degree programmes, as well as those making a career change into the health and social care sector.

Whether your goal is career advancement, university progression, or entering a rewarding new profession, this qualification provides the knowledge and credibility needed to move forward with confidence in a growing and essential industry.

Requirements

You will normally need one of the following: 2 A-Levels (or equivalent), a Level 3 diploma, an Access to HE Certificate, or equivalent international qualifications. Learners must be 19 or over. A satisfactory standard of written English is required.

Career path

Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, Care Coordinator (entry), Mental Health Support Worker. Progress to ATHE Level 4 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, or use UCAS points to enter a nursing, health management or social work degree.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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