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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (NCFE/CACHE)(16-18)

at South Bank Colleges, London · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

If your goal is to progress on to Higher Education and become a fully-qualified health and social care professional, then this course can help you achieve your goals.The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care is an advanced qualification, and can provide a route to higher level study and a variety of rewarding careers in the sector. Successfully completing this course is equivalent to you achieving 3 A levels.You will develop in-depth knowledge and skills via a combination of practical work-based learning, and will gain a deeper understanding of the principles and theory that surrounds the health and social care sector via academic study. In addition to college-based learning, you will also develop hands-on practical skills and experience by spending one day per week on a mandatory work placement, in a suitable health and social care setting. This one-year full-time course will cover a variety of topics that affect the provision of health and social care in the home, community and clinical settings, including life span development, psychological perspectives, anatomy and physiology, sociology, counselling skills, and complementary therapies. More than just developing your knowledge and skills in the practical application of care, you will also expand your theoretical knowledge in areas such as communication and supportive skills, law and ethics, equality and diversity, meeting individual care and support needs, and personal and professional development.This course

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 which include either English Language/Literature or Maths or Distinction/Merit on a Level 2 Diploma.

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

  • London South Bank Technical College

    Belmore St, London, SW8 2JY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 9 September 2026 · London

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