Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care

UPDATED 20160916 10:30:38

Duration: 2 years This course is for those who wish to work in the health or care sectors or to access university. The course requires you to undertake a range of work placements over two years',' and will allow you to begin to develop the skills and qualities needed to become a care professional in roles such as nursing',' midwifery',' physiotherapy',' occupational therapy',' paramedic training and health and social care work. This practical course combines work placements with class-based sessions. You will study 13 units over two years. Among the topics you will cover are: - Human life span development - Working in Health and Social Care - Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Social Care - Enquires into current research in Health and Social Care Please note that two units per year are assessed by an online examination taken under exam conditions. There is a wide variety of optional units in the second year of the study programme. Entry Requirements: <strong>Extended Diploma</strong> Five GCSEs A*-C Grade',' must include English and Maths <strong>Foundation Diploma</strong> (1 year programme',' worth approx. half of the Extended Diploma. To be discussed at interview) Four GCSEs A*-C Grade must include English and Maths OR Level 2 Diploma at merit',' with at least Functional Skills level 2 in Maths/English You will attend an interview and need to demonstrate an aptitude for working with vulnerable people. Your DBS check results could affect your offer of a place on the course. Career Options: Progress into either work or higher education courses in nursing',' midwifery',' probation',' counselling and social work.

Course information

Name: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care Qualification title: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20160916 10:30:38 Updated 20160916 10:30:38

Entry requirements

None

Provider

West Kent and Ashford College
Further Education
info@westkent.ac.uk
0845 207 8220
http://www.westkentandashford.ac.uk

Address

West Kent College
Brook Street Town: Tonbridge County:Kent

Learning aims

Title: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Qualification: Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (QCF) Classification: Health, Public Services and Care

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