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LV3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

at Coventry College, Coventry · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

If you are interested in a career in the health sector such as nursing, midwifery, occupational therapy etc, then this course could be for you. It will give you an A level equivalent qualification (equivalent to 3 A levels), vocational work experience and will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to employment or (increasingly) into higher education. cent students have gone on to study at Coventry University (Occupational Therapy, Childhood and Youth Studies) Northampton University (Primary Teaching) and at Liverpool University (Early years and Psychology). This is a Study Programme course which, if successful, leads to the 90 credit qualification over one year and progression to the full 180 credit qualification over 2 years.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C in the old grading structure) or above including Science, English & maths, or Relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit Level with GCSE/Level 2 in English & maths. If you have a Pass grade you will complete an additional assessment to check course suitability.

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

  • City Campus

    50 SWANSWELL STREET, COVENTRY, CV1 5DG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · COVENTRY

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