Health & Social Care Level 3 Vocational
at Unified Seevic Palmer'S College, Benfleet · college
What the college says
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care provides an entry into many health or social care occupations and related degree courses. It will help you develop your knowledge, skills and practical experience to prepare for an exciting, challenging and rewarding career and higher education in health or social care. This programme promotes a wide range of academic and vocational skills that employers and universities are looking for.
What you need to get on
Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including GCSE English Language or Maths. or A Level 2 BTEC Diploma at grade Merit or above and GCSE English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above. Additional information: You will need a satisfactory DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check. Click here for more information. Please note that some health-related degree courses also require grade C/4 or above in GCSEs Maths and/or 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
Seevic Campus
Runnymede Chase, BENFLEET, SS7 1TW
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Start dates
- 10 September 2026 · BENFLEET
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