Health & Social Care Diploma Level 3
at Birmingham Metropolitan College, Birmingham · college
What the college says
Start your journey towards a rewarding career in health and social care, where you�ll make a real difference in people�s lives. This one-year course offers a broad foundation in care sector knowledge and skills, with the opportunity to progress to the Extended Diploma in Year 2.
What you need to get on
You�ll need four GCSEs at grades 9�4 (A�C), including English, Maths, and a Science. Alternatively, a Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care with a Merit grade or above is accepted.
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
Sutton Coldfield College
Lichfield Road Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham, B74 2NW
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Start dates
- 31 August 2026 · Birmingham
- 31 August 2026 · Birmingham
- 31 August 2026 · Birmingham
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