Level 3 courses provide education and training at an intermediate level, usually to those with a level 1 or level 2 knowledge on the subject. In accordance with the RQF (Regulatory Qualifications Framework), a level 3 course would normally be taken in Years 12 to 13 - most commonly known as A-Levels or AS Levels - after completing GCSEs. However, level 3 courses are not exclusive to academia, covering also vocational courses including awards, diplomas and Level 3 certificates in various subject areas and professions such as administration, in addition to certain apprenticeships, and some NVQs. These vocational courses can be taken as online courses, full-time, part-time, and at local colleges or education centers in the UK and abroad. Read on to find out more and browse our accredited level 3 online courses below!
Level 3 Courses found:
Level 3 Diploma in Ports and Shipping Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Active IQ Level 3 Award in Supporting Pre and Postnatal Clients with Exercise and Nutrition
Get up to £75 off courses with code “COURSES75”! As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in personal training, this Active IQ Level 3 Award is ideal for students aspiring to become a specialist instructors for pre and post-natal cl...

Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training
Get up to £75 off courses with code “COURSES75”! As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in personal training, this Active IQ Level 3 Diploma is ideal for students who want to progress in their current career, achieve a nationally...

Criminal Psychology and Psychological Profiling QLS Level 3
All course materials will be delivered to you by post or by email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way. You may start at any time and have up to two years to complete your studies, so you ca...

Criminology QLS Level 3 and Criminal Psychology QLS Level 3
Criminology is relevant to a wide range of professions, within the police force, psychology, the criminal justice system, government, security management and social work, to name only a few. This combined course offers you the chance to study the theor...

Psychology QLS Level 3
Get up to £75 off courses with code “COURSES75”! All course materials will be delivered to you by post or email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors will help you every step of the way by email. You can work at you...

CBT and Counselling Level 3
Would you like to boost your career opportunities as a Counsellor or a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist? Why not consider doing both? Most counsellors have an area of specialism, and since CBT is recommended by the National Institute for Clinical Excell...

Level 3 Award in Ports and Shipping Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Level 3 Certificate in Ports and Shipping Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Level 3 Award in Import and Export Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Level 3 Certificate in Import and Export Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

Animal Care and Animal Behaviour
Animal behaviourists and animal carers enjoy a diverse range of career opportunities, ranging from zookeeping and professional pet training, right through to wildlife conservation and working for animal charities. This bundle of two of our most popular...

Level 3 Diploma in Import and Export Operations
Guarantee success in your industry with IoSCM. We offer every student much more than just a qualification; we provide the opportunity to grow, learn and progress as a professional with our unrivalled support network. As with most supply chain sectors,...

IAB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounting
Get up to £75 off courses with code “COURSES75”! As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in bookkeeping and accounting, this IAB course is ideal for students who want to achieve a nationally recognised qualification in bookkeeping...

ICB Level 2 and 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts – Full Membership MICB
This course provides everything you need to know about bookkeeping, so enrol now to study with an award-winning home learning provider with tutor support!...

ICB Bookkeeping and Payroll Package
Study all you need to know about bookkeeping and payroll in this mighty complete bundle! This course bundle includes: ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (AICB) ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping and Accounts (MICB) ICB Diploma in Payroll Manage...

ICB Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping with Starting Your Own Business
A strong understanding of your company’s finances is one of the most vital factors that will influence its potential for success. But hiring accountants can be too costly for many young businesses. That’s why this ICB Level 2 Bookkeeping, Level 3 Bookk...

IAB Bookkeeping Levels 1, 2 and 3
As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in bookkeeping and accounting, this IAB bundle is ideal for students who want to achieve a career in bookkeeping and accounts and for learners who want to boost their skills and progress in their current...

AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Get up to £75 off courses with code “COURSES75”! This AAT Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping is an ideal qualification that has been designed for those with an existing understanding of bookkeeping who wish to develop their bookkeeping or f...

AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping
This AAT Level 2 and 3 Bookkeeping bundle qualification has been designed for those with little experience or knowledge of bookkeeping who wish to achieve a career in the field. Whether you are new to bookkeeping, or someone who is looking to develop t...

Online Level 3 courses also available
What level 3 courses can I study?
Level 3 courses taken in diverse academic subjects – such as English, maths, media studies, and the various sciences – provide the student with a qualification within an A-E grade band at the end of the course, with the option to move onto university (Level 6) if set grades are met.Â
In further and adult education, level 3 courses cover all types of vocational work and can be taken progressively as a means of advancing a career or aiding your professional development within a certain domain. Level 3 courses are available in numerous subject areas, such as:Â
- Childcare
- Health & Social Care
- Mental Health
- Bookkeeping
- Hospitality
How can I take a level 3 course?
Level 3 courses can be taken either within the school system or local education centres, as well as via online and distance learning. Taking a level 3 course online is the perfect option for those who wish to work around their family life or other responsibilities, those who live in remote areas or those who are already in work but wish to progress onto something new.Â
The costs and entry requirements for level 3 courses all depend on the subject, the organisation and the length of the course. Courses offered by recognised institutions may yield higher prices and higher entry requirements, whereas others offer specialised courses – usually vocational – with no official entry requirements.
What are the benefits of taking a level 3 course?
Level 3 courses will demand a certain level of pre-ordained knowledge on the given subject, meaning that some can provide the ideal stepping-stone to advance within an already-established career. For example, those working in childcare and education can specialise their training with a Level 3 course in Nursery Education, Childminding or a Teaching Assistant diploma, or those working in finance might take a level 3 course in accounting or bookkeeping in order to diversify their portfolio within their area of expertise.Â
Some Level 3 courses can also provide the stepping-stone to an entry-level position. Â
What can I do after a level 3 course?
After taking level 3 courses in academic subjects – either within the school system or at an educational training centre – you can progress into higher education and go on to specialise even further within your given subject. With a more vocational level 3 qualification, such as a certificate, diploma or award, you can progress either into the world or with further study, equipped with your new experience and a recognised qualification.Â