ATHE
    Level 3
    QN: 603/6568/7
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    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by ATHE. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 303 hours.

    Qualification Level
    Level 3
    Awarding Body
    ATHE
    Syllabus Units
    6 Units
    Guided Hours
    303 hrs
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    Course Syllabus & Study Modules

    Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

    1

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Personal and Professional Development in the Health and Social Care Sector

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • 1. Understand career and progression opportunities in the health and social care sector2. Understand professional development in health and social care 3. Understand how reflective practice supports personal and professional development4. Understand how to plan own personal and professional development in health and social care
    2

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Human Growth and Development

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • 1. Know stages of growth and development throughout the human lifespan. 2. Understand potential effects of life factors and events on growth and development. 3. Understand physical and psychological changes of ageing.4. Understand the effect of transitions and significant life events.
    3

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Working in Health and Social Care

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • 1. Understand person centred working. 2. Understand the use of effective communication in health and social care provision. 3. Know how to reduce the spread of infection. 4. Understand working relationships in health and social care. 5. Understand the principles of care planning. 6. Understand the safe administration of medication.
    4

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Structure and Overview of the Health and Social Care Sector

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    Key Learning Objectives:
    • 1. Understand the structure of health and social care provision 2. Understand health and social care provision for different ages and stages of life3. Understand the different areas of specialism within health and social care4. Understand issues in health and social care
    5

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Principles, Values and Regulation in the Health and Social Care Sector

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Explain the key principles of care and how they are applied in practice
    • Analyse how current legislation and guidance impact on health and social care provision
    • Evaluate the role of values in promoting dignity and respect in care settings
    • Apply the principles of person-centred care to a given scenario
    • Assess the impact of policy on the delivery of health and social care services
    6

    ATHE Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care

    Research in Health and Social Care

    Verified
    Key Learning Objectives:
    • Evaluate the role of research in informing health and social care practice
    • Compare different research approaches (e.g., quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods)
    • Justify the selection of a research topic within health and social care services
    • Develop a research proposal including aims, objectives, and methodology
    • Apply ethical principles and obtain informed consent in a research context
    • Collect and analyse data using appropriate methods
    • Present research findings in a structured report
    • Reflect on the strengths and limitations of the research process

    Regulatory & Verification Details

    Qualification Number (QN)
    603/6568/7
    Regulated Status
    Available to learners
    Awarding Body
    ATHE
    Qualification Type
    Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Operational Start
    Aug 2020