Technical Occupational Entry in Social Care (Diploma)
at Longley Park Sixth Form Academy · school or sixth form
What the college says
This qualification is a two-year, full-time study programme giving an in-depth study of the health and social care sector. It supports progression to health and social care related degrees or employment. The content of this qualification includes a variety of content which is appropriate for those interested in working in the health and social care sector. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin study of the health and social care sector, this qualification gives learners experience of the breadth and depth that will prepare them for further study in the sector.
What you need to get on
4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English or Maths
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
Longley Park Sixth Form Academy
Longley Park Sixth Form Academy Horninglow Road, Sheffield, S5 6SG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Sheffield
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