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Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care (Diploma)

at Ashton Sixth Form College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · sixth form college

Level 3Vocational and tradeTechnical Occupational Qualification24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This qualification is designed to provide students with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to develop competence as a social care worker in a range of social care support settings. Equivalent to 3 A levels, the qualification has been designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed when working in social care settings. The qualification will provide employers with reliable evidence of a learner’s attainment against occupational standard knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) which form the minimum requirements for entry into the workplace and or further study.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Ashton Sixth Form College

    Ashton Under Lyne Sixth Form College Darnton Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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