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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care

at Patchway Community School · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Health and Social Care offers you the chance to explore the subject through practical application developing a logical approach to aspects of human development as well as enhancing your ability to understand principles of health. The course aims to introduce you to a wide variety of experiences in the health, social care and early years sectors. The qualification is equivalent to 1 A level and will build and develop the necessary practical skills and understanding to provide learners with a firm grounding in the principles of health and social care, enabling progression into employment or higher level education.

What you need to get on

4 in English

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

  • Patchway Community College

    Hempton Lane Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4AJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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