Course overview
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care City of Bristol CollegeThe 2 year programme is perfect for individuals who are wanting to move into the Health and Care sector.
The programme brings together theory and practice with the opportunity to undertake 100 hours in a Health and Care setting, as well as practice simulation in the college’s immersive suites.
Dates and applications
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| Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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| LGF1593D01-1 | 11/09/2025 - 02/07/2027 | 2 years | Date/Day(s) Being Finalised | 12.40 | 09:00 | College Green Centre |
This course is still in its planning phase; course details - including fee information - are subject to change. In June, course details will be finalised and enrolment will open.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
It is for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and, ultimately to employment in the health and social care sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to three A Levels.
The qualification develops a deep common core of knowledge, understanding and skills in the sector through mandatory content. It allows learners to focus on a particular aspect of the sector through a selection of optional units, including a route that focuses specifically on health studies.
What you'll learn
• Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
• Human Lifespan Development
• Working in Health and Social Care
• Meeting Individual Care And Support Needs
• Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
• Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care
• Promoting Public Health • Work Experience in Health and Social Care
• Psychological Perspectives
• Supporting Individuals with Additional Needs
• Caring for Individuals with Dementia
• Assessing Children’s Development Support Needs
• Sociological Perspectives
Course entry requirements
5x GCSEs rade 4 and above. Including Maths, English Language and ideally a science.
Information to request a DBS check will be requested on enrolment.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
The course is delivered face to face in college, with assessments being both internally and externally assessed.
Internal assessments: Coursework External assessment: Exam
Future career and study opportunities
This qualification is the main focus of a two-year study programme of learning and is equivalent to three A Levels, meaning that learners will be fully prepared for a range of health and social care degree programmes.
The qualification is intended to carry UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses, for example:
• BSc (Hons) in Nursing
• BA (Hons) in Social Work
• BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy
• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy
• BSc (Hons) in Speech Therapy
• BA (Hons) in Health and Social Care
Additional costs
Placement uniform is required £40 for a T Shirt and jumper. Textbooks can be purchased for £25.
As a City of Bristol College student, you may incur additional costs to attend your course. For example, it is likely you may need to pay for travel and stationery.
Many courses offer learning opportunities that you may need to pay for. This may include things like study visits and visiting speakers. We will let you know in advance if there will be additional costs.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
