Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of Health and Social Care
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of Health and Social Care, designed for learners progressing into supervisory and advanced support roles in health and social care environments. The qualification develops competence in care principles, safeguarding, communication, and compliance with international standards. Learners gain the expertise required to oversee care provision, support vulnerable individuals, and produce audit‑ready documentation aligned with recognised healthcare and social care frameworks.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of Health and Social Care |
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| Total Credits | 12 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 24 |
| Qualification Time | 48 |
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Principles of health and social care practice: Frameworks, responsibilities, and international standards.
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Human growth and development: Physical, emotional, and social stages across the lifespan.
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Safeguarding and protection of vulnerable individuals: Recognising abuse, reporting concerns, and compliance.
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Communication in health and social care: Active listening, cultural sensitivity, and patient dignity.
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Health promotion and wellbeing: Nutrition, hygiene, exercise, and preventive care.
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Equality, diversity, and inclusion in care: Anti‑discrimination, accessibility, and inclusive practice.
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Risk assessment in care environments: Hazard identification, evaluation, and mitigation strategies.
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Legal and regulatory frameworks: National legislation, international guidelines, and compliance.
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Roles and responsibilities in health and social care teams: Collaboration, accountability, and supervision.
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Practical assessments and portfolio development: Case studies, simulations, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Develops advanced skills in health and social care practice
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Strengthens competence in safeguarding and patient wellbeing
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Enhances compliance with healthcare and social care standards
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Provides audit‑ready documentation and advanced practical assessments
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Supports progression into Level 4 and Level 5 health and social care qualifications
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Healthcare assistants progressing into supervisory care roles
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Supervisors and team leaders in health and social care settings
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Individuals seeking advanced skills in health and social care practice
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Learners preparing for higher‑level health and social care qualifications
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Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written exam and portfolio review
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Format: MCQs, care simulations, documentation tasks, oral discussion
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Total Questions: 50 theory plus multiple practical tasks
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Passing Score: 70 percent
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Duration: 10–14 weeks (160–200 hours)
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Certification: Level 3 Award in Fundamentals of Health and Social Care
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