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Health & Social Care Level 3 Extended Diploma
Course Description
This course is intended to enable students to explore a range of
areas within the health services. It will provide knowledge,
understanding and skills required for further education or future
employment in the health and care sectors.
Course Structure
The course comprises of 19 units, eight core and the 11 optional
units covering a wide aspect of Health & Social Care.
The programme is made up of three elements; Subsidiary Diploma
and Diploma of which the learner has to complete to achieve the
Extended Diploma.
Functional Skills in communication, application of number and
ICT are an integral part of the course
Course Assessment
All evidence is completed through practical written work in the
form of assignments over the 2 year programme. The placement
requires learners to complete a reflective log.
Entry Requirements
- 4 GCSE’s grades A*-C including Maths, English and Science.
- Health and Social Care Level 2 at Merit grade
- For equivalent qualifications see the Entry Requirements Explained page
- All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and
English and attend an interview
Course Progression Routes
HND/Degree programmes including Nursing, Social Work,
Physiotherapy, Sociology, Psychology and Criminology.
Course Career Prospects
This qualification will provide opportunities in careers
including Nursing, Social Work, Care Management, Family Support
Worker, Youth and Community Work.
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If you are unsure about your career progression please contact the Careers Team.
Enrichment
Activities liked to different vocational settings within the
local community.
Course Costs
There are no course fees if you are under 19 years old. However,
you may have to pay for textbooks, personal kits, trips and
personal stationery. You will be informed of these at your
interview.
To pay CRB/VBS (criminal records bureau) on enrolment
£44.00.
For Application and Enrolment Information Contact
Learner Services,
Doncaster College,
The Hub,
Chappell Drive,
Doncaster,
DN1 2RF
Free phone: 0800 358 7575
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