Health and Social Care - National Ext Certificate

Want to be a nurse, teacher, social worker, occupational therapist or study for a degree in psychology, social sciences, childhood studies or health studies then this is the course for you. This Level 3 course opens many diverse pathways.

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  • Entry Requirements

    4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A*-C), including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification (Merit or Distinction) in a related subject. Note: for skills-based qualifications you might need the skills at Level 2 in order to enrol onto the Level 3

  • Assessment

    This course will be assessed externally and internally

  • Moving Forward

    You could progress directly into employment or combine work with job-related training, gaining further accreditation through an apprenticeship programme.

    Alternatively, you may choose to continue your studies in higher education on a degree or HND in related fields such as Health Studies, Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, or Primary Teaching.

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