Health & Social Care

The Active IQ QCF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care is a vocational qualification designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to work competently in the health and social care sector. It is ideal if you are aiming for a career as a care assistant, support worker, or key worker in settings such as residential homes, supported living, or community care. The course is built around a core of mandatory units that cover fundamental topics like communication, equality and inclusion, safeguarding, duty of care, and person-centred approaches. These units ensure you develop a strong foundation in the principles that underpin high-quality care.

Beyond the mandatory content, the qualification offers a wide range of optional units, allowing you to tailor your learning to your interests or career goals. You might explore dementia care, infection prevention, supporting individuals with learning disabilities, or promoting nutrition and hydration. This flexibility makes the Active IQ Diploma highly relevant whether you plan to work with adults, children, or individuals with specific conditions. The specification is structured under the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), meaning each unit carries a credit value, and you must accumulate sufficient credits through both mandatory and chosen optional units to achieve the full diploma.

Throughout the course, you will develop practical competencies through real work experience or simulated settings, building a portfolio of evidence that showcases your ability to apply theory in practice. Key themes such as professionalism, reflective practice, and respecting dignity and rights are woven into every unit. By the end, you will not only gain a recognised qualification but also the confidence and ethical grounding to make a positive difference in people’s lives.