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Technical Level 3 Certificate in Health and Social Care

at Cedars Upper School, Leighton Buzzard · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate2 yearsFull time

What the college says

For those students who wish to go into higher education, including university entry to study a variety of subjects. The qualification could lead to a variety of careers including Nursing, Social work, Teaching, or Police and prison service.

What you need to get on

Sixth Form entry requirements only which are: Students need to achieve 5 GCSEs from grade 9-4, with 3 of those GCSEs being graded at a 5 or above. Communication of knowledge and understanding in a clear and effective manner for external and internal assessment.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

    Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Leighton Buzzard

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