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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care

at Minsthorpe Community College, Pontefract · college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

"You will study the following units: Human Life-span Development; Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs; Working in Health and Social Care; Psychological Perspectives. In addition, you will need to carry out some work experience in a Health and Social Care setting throughout your time in P16.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs 9-4 (must include a 4 in English and Maths)

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

  • Minsthorpe Community College

    Minsthorpe Lane South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2UJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Pontefract

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