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Health and Social Care - BTEC Extended Diploma

at Cardinal Newman College, Preston · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

f you are interested in working with people of a variety of ages and in a range of settings, from babies or children to people with special needs or learning difficulties, to families and young people or the elderly and you are an approachable, trustworthy and enthusiastic person, this course may be for you.

What you need to get on

Five Grade 4s at GCSE with a 4 in Maths or 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

  • Cardinal Newman College

    Larkhill Road, Preston, PR1 4HD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Preston

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