BTEC Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care
at Minsthorpe Community College, Pontefract · college
What the college says
"You will study the following units: Human Lifespan Development; Health and Social Care Values; Effective Communication in Health and Social Care; Social Influences on Health and Wellbeing; Promoting Health and Wellbeing; Healthy Living; Equality and Diversity in Health and Social Care; Individual Rights in Health and Social Care; Services in Health and Social Care; Creative and Therapeutic Activities in Health and Social Care; The Early Years Sector. In addition, you will complete 2 days of work experience each week in a Health and Social Care setting. "
What you need to get on
3 GCSEs grades D-E or 3-2 (support with Resit Maths and English if below a 4)
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
Minsthorpe Community College
Minsthorpe Lane South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2UJ
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Pontefract
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