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Health and Social Care (Single) Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate

at Oldham Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

If you are considering a career in the NHS, social care or teaching, this course is an excellent choice. You’ll study equality and diversity, anatomy and physiology, nutrition, infection control and much more. In the second year, you will have the opportunity to learn about sexual health, mental health conditions and public health. For those students who are pursuing a career in the competitive fields of nursing, paramedic science, midwifery and other NHS careers, we have an option to specialise in the more scientific units, providing students with more science content to strengthen their university applications.

What you need to get on

To study A a Vocational programme at OSFC you will need a minumum of 5 passes (Grade 4 or better) at GCSE, including a 4 in English or Maths

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

  • Oldham Sixth Form College

    Union Street West, Oldham, OL8 1XU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Oldham

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