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BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care

at Malcolm Arnold Academy, Northampton · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Health and Social Care develops an awareness of individuals needs and development, and how these are aided by a wide range of health and social care professionals in our society. The course is designed to improve knowledge and understanding of the health, social care and early years sectors and the service users they each cater for. The course has a vocational focus, encouraging students to develop their professional skills including interpersonal communication, empathy and antidiscriminatory practice. These capabilities are vital to anyone seeking to pursue a career in health and social care services.

What you need to get on

5 x GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including GCSE MATHS and ENGLISH LANGUAGE or ENGLISH LITERATURE, plus a Merit in LEVEL 2 HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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

  • Malcolm Arnold Academy

    Trinity Avenue, Northampton, NN2 6JW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Northampton

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