OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care
Qualification Number: 603/6776/3
The objective of the OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care is to equip learners with the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills required for a career in the health and social care sector at a support worker, senior support worker or care assistant level. The programme enables learners to demonstrate their skills by producing evidence from their work activities, to meet national occupational standards. Learners will acquire skills to support a role in the Health and Social Care sector or progress to further study.
The OTHM Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Health and Social Care consists of 6 mandatory units for a combined total of 60 credits
Responsibilities of a Health and Social Care worker (10 credits)
Personal and Professional Development in Health and Social Care (10 credits)
Effective Communication and Ethical Practice in Health and Social Care (10 credits)
Health, Safety and Wellbeing in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)
Person-centred Approaches in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)
Effective Handling of Information in Health and Social Care Settings (10 credits)