Health Studies - Level 3 Extended Diploma (BTEC)

This course helps you specialise in health sciences, and health and social care, covering everything from human anatomy and physiology to equality and diversity at work. It will equip you to explore degree-level study in a healthcare science, nursing and midwifery, social care or any medical profession.

This course consists of two separate qualifications. In your first year of study, you will work towards the Level 3 90-Credit Diploma. Following successful completion of this qualification, you will be able to progress to the Extended Diploma. Our Extended Diplomas offer equivalent UCAS points to studying 3 A Levels.

Topics covered can include:

• Effective Communication
• Equality, Diversity and Rights
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Social Sciences
• Human Physiology
• Social Development
• Behavioural Sciences
• Biochemistry
• Environmental Health
• Health Promotion
• Nutrition

You will need:

• Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths and Science or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)
• A reference from your previous school/college

All applicants must have an interview and assessment to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

Assessment is continuous and focuses on practical laboratory work and assignments.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

This course will help you to move on to higher level courses, such as a Bachelor of Science, or to pursue employment in the science industry.