Health and Social Care (Extended Diploma)

Nailsea School

01275852251

Mizzymead Road, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 2HN

Course summary

Welcome to the dynamic world of health and social care! Whether you dream of launching your career immediately, prefer the hands-on approach of an apprenticeship, or aim to advance your education at university, our course paves the way for your path to success in the Health and Social Care sector. What sets our qualification apart is an unwavering commitment to real-world learning: expertise in health and social care requires more than just theory. That's why both our internally and externally assessed units come alive with applied learning experiences, immersing you in work-related scenarios in a range of settings. Our curriculum will empower you to uncover the mysteries of human lifespan development and master the complexities of compassionate care and support for individuals with unique needs. We will also study physiological disorders, gain valuable insights into dementia care, unlock the secrets of mental health well-being, and explore psychological perspectives. You'll study biomedical science and genetics, providing a strong scientific foundation. The course consists of 100 hours of work experience placements, learning from the best in the field. These real-world encounters enrich your learning substantially. You'll have the chance to put everything you've learned into action across a variety of settings, from hospitals to community centres.

Entry Requirements

Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.

Published entry requirements compared with your results
Requirement	Rule	You
GCSE qualifications	5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above	—
Health and Social Care	Grade L2M in Health and Social Care (if taken)	—
English Language	Grade 4 in English Language	—
Combined Science	Grade 4-4 in Combined Science	—