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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Health and Social Care

at Swanshurst School · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Health & Social Care students develop transferable skills and the key skills that employers are looking for, which can lead to a wide range of employment opportunities. This can include further training in such areas as Social Work, Care and Education. This course is equivalent to 2 A Levels.

What you need to get on

At least 5 GCSEs, or equivalent at grade 4 or above.

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

  • Swanshurst School

    Brook Lane, Birmingham, B13 0TW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Birmingham

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