Skip to content
  1. Care
  2. Health and social care
21

Free Online Health and social care courses

Looking to boost your knowledge in health and social care, without breaking the bank? Our free health and social care courses are a great place to start. Whether you're working in the sector or thinking about a new career, these free courses offer flexible, self-paced learning you can fit around your schedule. 

From free safeguarding online courses to free online courses in end of life care, dementia care, and more, you’ll find practical training designed to build your skills and confidence. There are even free dementia courses for carers and free online dementia courses with certificates - which are ideal if you’re looking to progress in your role.

Why choose free health and social care courses on Reed.co.uk?

  • Explore a wide range of subjects, including safeguarding, adult social care, and mental health
  • Many courses include free certificates to show what you’ve learned
  • Learn at your own pace, from any device
  • Gain a recognised qualification with selected courses
  • Great for beginners or anyone looking to build their skills

Getting started is easy. Simply browse our free courses and enrol in the one that’s right for you.

Sort by :

Search results

  • Level 2 Certificate in Dignity & Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Benefit the people you care for
    • 8,263 enquiries
    • Online
    • 6 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    If you work in health and social care, you need to understand the fundamentals of safeguarding in order to protect the health, well-being and human rights of the people you care for. Our level 2 certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Nursing)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Nurse. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 51,856 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Trending
    If nursing has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Nursing) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in nursing. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an Access to HE …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn about domestic abuse.
    • 6,080 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    The annual Crime Survey estimates that almost 2.5 Million adults experience domestic abuse each year. In addition, one in five children witness or experience domestic abuse in their childhood. Although it is often an under reported crime, with most cases of domestic abuse kept hi …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understanding end of life care.
    • 1,103 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    End of life care provides support for people approaching death, enabling them to live their lives as well as possible until they die. The level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care can give you the knowledge and understanding needed to care for patients approaching …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Health Professionals)

    Learning Curve Group
    Ideal for Health Professionals. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto university.
    • 13,110 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If your dream career is to work in the healthcare sector, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Health Professionals) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of healthcare related degrees. If you don’t have the grades you …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,824 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Britain has an ageing population - the number of people aged over 64 is expected to grow to 15 million by 2040. This means more people will live with serious chronic illnesses and need end of life care. Our level 2 Certificate in Principles of End of Life Care will give you the k …
    Free

  • Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

    Learning Curve Group
    • 5,213 enquiries
    • Online
    • 17 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    NHS figures show 1.6m people were referred for talking therapies for anxiety or depression during 2018-19. People may find counselling helpful at different points in their lives, including for their mental health, experiencing bereavement or loss, processing significant life even …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions

    Learning Curve Group
    Online course with study materials and tutor support. Certificates are issued upon successful completion.
    • 1,204 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    If you work in care, it’s essential that you know about some of the most common health conditions faced by people in the UK. This level 2 course covers a variety of health conditions including dementia, strokes, sensory loss, arthritis and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a great way to …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Better understand Dementia Care.
    • 1,522 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    There are 850,000 people living with dementia in the UK today, with this number expected to rise to over one million by 2025. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding the Principles of Dementia Care enables learners to develop knowledge and understanding of caring for individuals …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Midwifery)

    Learning Curve Group
    Become a Midwife. Pay nothing for this course if you progress onto University. Open to UK residents.
    • 13,905 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If being a midwife has always been your dream job, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Midwifery) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a degree in midwifery. If you don’t have the grades you need to apply for university, an …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Falls Prevention Awareness

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Keeping people you care for safe
    • 2,151 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Falls represent the most frequent and serious type of accident in people aged 65 and over, with 10,000 falls happening each day. Falls often have both a physical and mental impact, as they can result in lack of confidence, isolation, fractures and broken bones.
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 8,584 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Around 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental health problem. You can help tackle this challenge by increasing your knowledge with our level 2 certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems. This fully online course will help you gain new knowledge and skills for y …
    Free

  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Support Mental Health
    • 1,178 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    The number of men who have suicidal thoughts has doubled since 2009. Although men are now more likely to see a therapist if they’re feeling worried or low, there’s still a long way to go to ensure that men are supported with their mental health. This online course, Understanding …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Autism.
    • 5,106 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    More than 1 in every 100 people in the UK have an autism diagnosis. The Level 3 Certificate in Understanding Autism is designed for learners who want to increase their knowledge and understanding of the condition, and the challenges and strengths that autistic people may experien …
    Free

  • Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma (Psychology)

    Learning Curve Group
    Start your career in psychology. Pay nothing for this course if you graduate from University.
    • 12,410 enquiries
    • Online
    • 12 months · Part-time
    • Regulated qualification
    • Exam(s) included
    • Certificate(s) included
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Trending
    If a career in one of the many psychology disciplines is your dream, or you’re looking to make a career change, the Access to HE Diploma (Psychology) is a level 3 qualification designed to prepare you to study a range of psychology degrees. If you don’t have the grades you need t …
    Free

  • Digital Work Experience

    Reed Business School
    Real-life work experiences across 10 companies and 17 sectors as part of the 'Gateway to work' programme
    • 3,715 students
    • Online
    • 3.7 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Highly rated
    Popular
    Trending
    Are you struggling to get in-person work experience? Do you want to know more about what it's really like to work in different sectors like Marketing, Product design, Finance or Care? If so, this Digital Work Experience course could be exactly what you're looking for. This D …
    Free

  • Get ready to work - From digital work experience to interview prep

    Reed Business School
    The ultimate careers programme for students, graduates and job seekers
    • 664 students
    • Online
    • 7.8 hours · Self-paced
    Great service
    Calling all students… If you want to know how to get into your dream job or career once you've finished school, college or university, this course is for you. Gateway to Work is a free digital careers programme that gives you all the tools you need to smoothly transition from edu …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Help Safeguard individuals
    • 9,864 enquiries
    • Online
    • 9 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    In 2019, a total of 5,738 individuals were referred to the Prevent programme, with the education sector accounting for 33% of this number. Anyone wanting to work in local authorities, schools, colleges, uniformed services or health and social care needs to be aware of safeguardin …
    Free

  • Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Understand Dementia Care
    • 6,873 enquiries
    • Online
    • 7 weeks · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Dementia is one of the main causes of disability in later life, and cases are rising – by 2051, it’s expected that two million people in the UK will have dementia. If you work with people with dementia, it’s important that you understand the condition and know how to provide the …
    Free

  • Level 3 Certificate Care and Management of Diabetes

    Learning Curve Group
    Complete online for FREE when it suits you, with study materials and tutor support. Learn to manage Diabetes.
    • 1,610 enquiries
    • Online
    • 3 months · Self-paced
    • Regulated qualification
    • Tutor support
    Great service
    Popular
    Trending
    There are 3.6 million people in the UK that have been diagnosed with diabetes, and it is estimated that 46% of people who are living with diabetes are undiagnosed.
    Free
Sort by :

FAQs

Reed Courses advertises a large variety of Health and social care courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The Health and social care courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support. Whether you want to study for a regulated qualification, or take a Health and social care course which provides CPD points/hours or qualifications, there are a number of learning options available.

If you're looking for Health and social care courses, you might also be interested in Care, Safeguarding and Social care. These courses can be taken to further enhance your understanding of the subject. By having a broader understanding of the subject can help you to improve your professional or personal development.

In addition to free Health and social care courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online Health and social care courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

In addition to a variety of free Health and social care online courses, Reed Courses also offers a range of free classroom courses. These are perfect for anyone looking to learn in an in-person format.
View all