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BTEC First Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care

at St Francis Xavier Sixth Form College, London · sixth form college

Level 2Applied and BTECEdexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are 16 or older and know that you would like to work in the health and social care sector, maybe as a care worker or healthcare assistant, this course could be for you. It will give you a broad introduction to health and social care and prepare you for further study, training or employment.

What you need to get on

In addition to the Minimum Entry Requirements you will need a GCSE Grade 3 in English language and maths

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

  • Saint Francis Xavier Sixth Form College

    10 MALWOOD ROAD, LONDON, SW12 8EN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · LONDON

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