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Extended Diploma in Health Studies

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The student will develop skills and an in-depth understanding of health, including areas such as Human growth and development, Psychology, Communication Skills and infection prevention and control. The method of learning is by class based activity, project work and research, including work placements. Work experience: one day per week plus block weeks per year including Day centres, nursing homes, special schools. Performance in placement acts as evidence for vocational practice. You will need to gain clearance from the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). What will I study? The units you will study are likely to include: Core Units: Anatomy and physiology Equality, Diversity and Rights Research Project Personal and Professional Development Empowerment in health and social care Specialist Units: Psychological perspectives in health and social care Communication in health and social care Human growth and development Infection prevention and control Sociological perspectives in health and social care

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including maths and English Language

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

  • NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

    Main Campus Booth Lane, NORTHAMPTON, NN3 3RF

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  • Northampton College at Daventry

    Badby Road West, Daventry, NN11 4HJ

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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · NORTHAMPTON
  • 31 August 2026 · Daventry

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