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Health and Social Care Extended Diploma Level 3

at City College Norwich, Norwich · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This course offers a comprehensive understanding of the Health & Social Care Sector giving you the underpinning knowledge and skills to progress within this industry. Work experience is included as part of the course to give you a range of valuable practical experiences. It will also help build your confidence, knowledge and enhance your practical social care skills. The course is made up of a variety of units which may include: * Human Lifespan Development * Working in Health and Social Care * Anatomy and Physiology * Current research in Health and Social Care * Promoting Public Health * Work Experience * Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs * Physiological Disorders and their care * Sociological perspectives * Psychological perspectives

What you need to get on

5 GCSE's at grade 4 or above including English Language and maths. Successful completion of Disclosure Baring Service (DBS) check. Attend a course discussion meeting Attend the introduction day

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

  • Paston Sixth Form College

    Grammar School Road, North Walsham, NR28 9JL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · North Walsham

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