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Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care, Level 3

at Heart of Worcestershire College, Redditch · college

Ofsted rated their education programmes for young peopleExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time£2,335

What the college says

If you are keen to develop a career in health and social care and are thinking of going to university, then this is the course for you. Our course will help you explore a range of exciting health and social care topics through classroom study, group discussion, work placements and project work., , In your first year you will study the 90 Credit Diploma and, upon successful completion of this, you will progress to your second year, where you will complete your Extended Diploma. Our course will ta

What you need to get on

Applicants must have 5 GCSEs grade 4 and above (A*-C) including English and maths. Alternatively, you will be considered if you have achieved a relevant Level 2 qualification. Entry is subject to a satisfactory reference and interview. , , Entry decisions will be discretionary at interview. Students will continually be assessed through probation period to ensure they are on the correct level., , You will also need to complete a DBS check, attend an interview and provide satisfactory references.

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

  • Redditch Campus

    Peakman Street, Redditch, Redditch, B98 8DW

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  • All Saints Building, Deansway

    Deansway, Worcester, WR1 2JF

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Redditch
  • 7 September 2026 · Worcester

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