BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care | Furness College

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care

The course is intended for post 16 leaners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education (such as a BSc(Hons) in Nursing, Social Work and Physiotherapy etc) and ultimately to employment in the Health and Social Care sector. The qualification is equivalent to three A Levels.

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care 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 the selection of optional units, including a route that focuses specifically in health studies.

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care develops employability skills such as cognitive and problem solving skills (using critical thinking, creative solutions and using systems and technology), interpersonal skills (self-management, adaptability and resilience) and intrapersonal skills (communicating, working collaboratively and negotiating and influencing).

This course will next start in Sept 2024

Course Content

What Modules will you Study?

Units studied are intended to give high-level, broad-based knowledge to assist students to access a chosen career in the health care or social care field such as: interaction, social and psychological aspects of care, access and equal opportunities, clients’ rights, and physical aspects of health. Functional Skills form part of this qualification and will be assessed at the relevant levels.You will study subjects such as: Human lifespan and development, Working in health and social care, Sociological perspectives, Meeting individual care and support needs, Anatomy and physiology for health and social care.

Every full-time course will include a real experience of work.

Maths and English form part of this course and will be assessed at the relevant levels.

How long is the course?

Full-time over two years.

Where will I learn?

Channelside Campus

How much will this course cost?

Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

What are the entry requirements?

Five GCSEs at grade C or above, grades 4/5 or above (including English and maths) or other equivalent qualifications. You will be required to attend an interview.

Students must have a clear DBS certificate.

Progression

What opportunities will this lead to?

Many of our recent alumni have progressed directly into employment with the NHS or other local social care employers. Some of our students choose to progress onto Higher Education completing our HNC in Healthcare Practice (Healthcare Management) or to university in specialist pathways such as psychology, social work and all strands of nursing.

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Student Profile

Angel Kirk-Henry

"My tutors have helped me with my next steps into University by preparing me for interviews and helping with my personal statement. They really take the time to get to know you, so I have always felt very safe and supported at Furness College." Angel Kirk-Henry successfully completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care and is now at Leeds Beckett University studying a degree in mental health nursing.