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Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

at Chelmsford College, Chelmsford · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you're interested in a fulfilling career in Health and Social Care, this Level 2 Health and Social Care course is perfect for you. You will be encouraged to develop skills, qualities, and confidence to work in the care environment or to prepare for the next level of education. This Health and Social Care course is based on internal assessment and portfolio work that will provide key knowledge and practical caring skills required to work in a wide range of care environments. Overall, this course will provide a solid foundation for you to build upon later, in employment or by progressing to a higher level of study.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grades 9-3 including English Language, Maths and Science

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Chelmsford College Moulsham

    Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0JQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Chelmsford

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