Cambridge OCR
Level 3
QN: 610/3985/8
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Cambridge OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Certificate)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Cambridge OCR. Classified as a Alternative Academic Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 180 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
Cambridge OCR
Syllabus Units
3 Units
Guided Hours
180 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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Cambridge OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Certificate)
Person-centred approach to care
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the principles of a person-centred approach to care
- Analyse how individual needs and preferences are met through person-centred care
- Evaluate the role of communication skills in delivering person-centred care
- Apply person-centred techniques to support individuals in a care setting
- Justify the importance of empowerment and autonomy in person-centred care
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Cambridge OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Certificate)
Supporting people with mental health conditions
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Key Learning Objectives:
- Define mental health and mental health conditions using recognised models
- Explain different societal views of mental health and their impact
- Describe the range of mental health conditions and their symptoms
- Outline the provision of mental health services in the UK
- Evaluate the effectiveness of different treatment and support options
- Apply principles of person-centred care to support individuals with mental health conditions
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Cambridge OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Health and Social Care (Certificate)
Principles of health and social care
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the concepts of equality, diversity, and rights in health and social care settings.
- Analyse how legislation and codes of practice promote equality, diversity, and rights.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of best practice in promoting service user rights and well-being.
- Identify hazards and assess risks in a health and social care setting.
- Apply health and safety legislation to a given care scenario.
- Justify the importance of following best practice procedures in health and social care.
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/3985/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Cambridge OCR
- Qualification Type
- Alternative Academic Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2025