Health and Social Care Level 3 National Extended Certificate or Diploma
Studying a Health and Social Care Course offers a wide range of benefits, especially for those interested in working in Healthcare, Social Work, or Community Care.
Health and Social Care is a great choice for you if you have an interest in working within Nursing, Midwifery, or other Allied Health professions such as Paramedic Science or Occupational Therapy. Additionally, you may wish to pursue a career within the social sector as a Social Worker, Speech and Language Therapist, or work within education.
The BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Health and Social Care is equivalent to 2 A Levels and is designed for students seeking a career in the fascinating world of the Health and Social Care sector. This qualification is ideal for those students aspiring to work in roles such as Nursing, Social Work, Mental Health, Occupational Therapy or Health Care Support. The Course blends academic theory
with practical learning to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Health and Social Care environment. There is ample opportunity for you to put your theory into practise by having over 100 hours of work experience placements.
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care is equivalent to one A Level and is designed for students who are fascinated by the Health and Social Care sector. This qualification blends theoretical knowledge and practical skills preparing learners for higher education or entry into the workplace.
Whether it is going straight into employment, degree apprenticeship or moving onto university, the broad nature of BTEC Health and Social Care will ensure you have the background knowledge you need to work professionally with a diverse range of service users and be well informed to make the best choices for your next steps.
SPECIFIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS
GCSE Grade 4 or above in English and Humanities. You are not required to have studied the subject at GCSE Level.