Level 3 Extended Diploma Health & Social Care
at New College Durham, Durham · college
What the college says
Course may be subject to change. The health and social care industry provides physical, emotional and social support to help adults and older people live their lives. This advanced course will provide you with a solid background in health and social care to enable you to progress to further study or a rewarding career in this growing sector.
What you need to get on
Please refer to College website.
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
New College Durham
Framwellgate Moor, Durham, DH1 5ES
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Durham
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