Course overview
Entry Level 3 Child & Healthcare City of Bristol CollegeYou will complete an Entry Level 3 BTEC Vocational Studies qualification and develop your employability skills. You will also learn English and Maths at the right level for you.
Dates and applications
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Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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LGF1494C01-1 | 08/09/2025 - 25/06/2026 | 1 years | Date/Day(s) Being Finalised | 10.00 | 09:15 | 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?
If you are interested in care, this course is an ideal stepping stone towards achieving your ambition.
What you'll learn
If you are interested in care, this course is an ideal stepping stone towards achieving your ambition.
During this vocational course, you will:
- Complete a series of assignments
- Learn how to organise yourself and develop a Personal Progression Plan
- Develop your employability skills
Undertake volunteering or work experience. How will I develop my English and Maths skills?
- If you’ve already achieved an entry-level Functional Skills qualification, you will progress to the next entry level or to Level 1 Functional Skills if you’ve already achieved Entry Level 3.
- If you don’t have any English or Maths qualifications, you will be individually assessed and placed at the best level for you to succeed. You can also book into Study Plus if you need extra support.
Course entry requirements
We will invite you to a course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
You will provide a copy of your last school report / provider or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure that we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.
Don’t have any formal qualifications? Don’t worry, let us know and we can assess you to ensure you will be able to achieve well on the course.
We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish! Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
This is a one-year, full-time course. You will be expected to attend College for three or four days a week.
During this course, you will be assessed in a variety of different ways to give you the best opportunity to demonstrate your skills throughout the year.
Future career and study opportunities
You could progress onto a Level 1 course, an apprenticeship or employment.
Additional costs
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.
If you are on a limited income, you may be able to receive help from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
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