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Health & Social Care

at St Peter'S Catholic Comprehensive School, Bournemouth · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Do you want to be a Primary Teacher? Nurse? Midwife? Social Worker? Occupational Therapist? Health and Social Care is a vocational Level 3 qualification for students considering careers in health & social care and education. There are two possible qualifications: the Extended Certificate route which is equivalent to one A Level and the Diploma route which is equivalent to two A Levels.

What you need to get on

A combined total of 10 across GCSE English Language and English Literature, plus Merit or GCSE Grade 5 in a subject which includes coursework. Combines well with Psychology, Sociology, Art & Design, Biology

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School

    St. Catherines Road, Bournemouth, BH6 4AH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bournemouth

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