Health & Social Care
at PETROC, Barnstaple · other provider
What the college says
This course is aimed at learners who wish to pursue a career in the Health and Social Care Industry.
What you need to get on
At your interview, you will need to show that you have a real interest in working in the health and social care sectors. You will also need a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
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
North Devon Campus
Old Sticklpath Hill, Barnstaple, EX31 2BQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Barnstaple
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