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Health & Social Care L3 BTEC (Ext.Dip.)

at Paddington Academy, London · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Aims and Content:- In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin study of the health and social care sector, this qualification gives learners experience of the breadth and depth that will prepare them for further study in the sector. This includes the opportunity for learners to choose a health studies pathway with options reflecting the progression opportunities in health care. Learners taking this qualification will study eight mandatory units: • Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care • Human Lifespan Development • Working in Health and Social Care • Meeting Individual Care And Support Needs • Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care • Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care • Promoting Public Health • Work Experience in Health and Social Care Learners are able to select five optional units from their chosen pathway too. These details available on request. Why:- This qualification is the main focus of a two-year study programme of learning and is equivalent to three A Levels, meaning that learners will be fully prepared for a range of health and social care degree programmes. The qualification is intended to carry UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses, for example: • BSc (Hons) in Nursing • BA (Hons) in Social Work • BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy • BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy • BSc (Hons) in Speech Therapy •

What you need to get on

6+ grades at 9-4 including English, Maths and Science.

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

  • Paddington Academy

    Marylands Road, London, W9 2DR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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