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Level 2 BTEC Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

at Bluecoat Aspley Academy, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 2Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Level 2 Extended Diploma is a one-year full-time vocational course that will provide a practical, work related introduction to the Health & Social Care sector. Upon achievement of this qualification, learners will be able to progress to our Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or into a range of job roles within the health and social care sector such as: • Care Support Workers in Adult Residential Settings • Healthcare Assistants in Community, Primary Care and Acute Health Environments • Care Support Workers in Domiciliary Services, Supported Living or Day Services • Community-Based Support Workers. You may wish to progress onto further study at Level 3, which is equivalent to 3 A Levels & attracts UCAS points for entry into Higher Education.

What you need to get on

5 x grade 3 or above including English (Lang or Lit) and Maths. Students must also have a mature approach and an aptitude to work within the Care sector.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • Bluecoat Sixth Form

    BLUECOAT ACADEMIES TRUST ASPLEY LANE, NOTTINGHAM, NG8 5GY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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