BTEC Level 3 NQF Extended Diploma in Health & Social
at Elthorne Park High School, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
The BTEC Level 3 National in Health & Social Care is a qualification which comprises core and units covering aspects of knowledge, understanding and competency necessary for employment within the sector. The health and care sector encompasses staff involved in direct care, such as nurses, health care workers, Elderly carers and social workers as well as specialists such as health scientists, technicians, support staff, supervisors and managers. This qualification is one of the leading qualifications for entry into these careers.
What you need to get on
5+ 9 - 4 Grades
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
Elthorne Park High School
WESTLEA ROAD, LONDON, W7 2AH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · LONDON
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