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Advanced National Extended Certificate in Health & Social Care (Cambridge OCR)

at The Blue School, Wells · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Whether for a career in nursing, healthcare science or social work, on completion of this Level 3 course (equivalent to 1 A level) you will open opportunities at higher education, higher apprenticeships or employment particularly in the social care sector that are varied, worthwhile and rewarding.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at grade 4+ and BTEC Health & Social Care (Level 2) at grade Merit or higher .

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Wells

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