Build your knowledge of health and social care with online courses covering adult social care, dementia, safeguarding, health conditions, care planning and related topics.
The courses can support your understanding of the care sector, complement existing workplace knowledge or provide a foundation for further study.
Eligible adults in England may be able to study a funded course at no cost. The qualification level, certificate, provider and funding requirements vary, so check the individual course before applying.
Explore online courses covering different areas of health and social care, from adult social care and dementia to safeguarding, health conditions and end of life care.
Qualification levels and course content vary, so check each course page to make sure it matches what you want to study.
Depending on the course, you could develop your understanding of:
These are knowledge-based courses and should not be presented as automatically qualifying someone for a regulated health or care profession.
These courses can introduce principles relevant to supporting adults in care settings, including responsibilities, values and person-centred approaches.
Courses in dementia and elderly care can help develop your understanding of age-related care needs and how people can be supported appropriately.
Safeguarding courses explore how to recognise concerns, understand responsibilities and promote dignity within care environments.
Other courses focus on particular health conditions or aspects of care, helping you build knowledge relevant to a specific area.
The courses may be suitable if you:
Many courses available through Free Courses in England are Level 2 knowledge qualifications.
Searchers also frequently look for Level 3 and NVQ health and social care courses, but you should not assume that a course on this page is a Level 3 NVQ. Check the exact qualification title and level shown on the individual course before applying.
If you specifically require a Level 3 qualification for work or progression, choose only a course that clearly states that qualification level.
Eligible adults in England may be able to access funded health and social care courses at no cost.
Funding depends on factors including your location, personal circumstances, the training provider and current funding availability. Starting an application allows your eligibility to be checked.
Yes. Eligible adults in England may be able to access funded online health and social care courses. Availability depends on eligibility, location and current funding provision.
Yes, courses can lead to a certificate or qualification after successful completion. The exact title, level and awarding organisation depend on the course and provider.
Not all of them. Many courses available through Free Courses in England are Level 2. Check the individual course page if you specifically need a Level 3 qualification.
Do not assume a course is an NVQ Level 3 because it appears on a health and social care page. Check the regulated qualification title and level carefully before applying.
Some courses can be useful for people already working in care because they cover topics such as dementia, safeguarding, dignity and health conditions. They can also be useful for adults building their knowledge before further study.
Not necessarily. A knowledge-based Level 2 course does not by itself qualify you for a regulated professional role. Check the requirements of the role or progression route you are considering.
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