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BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care

at Garforth Academy, Leeds · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate38 yearsFull time

What the college says

Two year course ? 360 guided learning hours. Progression: Employment within the wide range of people based industries e.g. health, education, social care. Higher Education ? has a value of up to 120 UCAS points, therefore the basis of application to progression to university. Core: ?Developing effective communications in Health and Social Care ?Equality, diversity and rights in Health and Social Care ?Health, safety and security in Health and Social Care Optional Units from: ?Development through the life stages ?Sociological perspectives for Health and Social Care ?Psychological perspectives for Health and Social Care ?Exploring personal and professional development ?Health promotion ?Nutrition for Health and Social Care ?Complementary therapies General Comments: Each of the units will be assessed internally and moderated by the examining body. All portfolios will expect students to demonstrate a good level of knowledge and understanding. In order to achieve the higher grades, students will be expected to collect and analyse information and data and carry out an evaluation of this. Students will develop high levels of independent skills.

What you need to get on

Please see the Sixth Form website for specific entry criteria here http://www.garforthacademy.org.uk/course_requirements

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

  • Garforth Academy

    Lidgett Lane Garforth, Leeds, LS25 1LJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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