BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Certificate
Health and Social Care
Exam board: Edexcel/Pearson
Why at The Deanery Sixth Form?
We have subject specialist staff, including science staff to teach anatomy and physiology. We also have staff with real vocational work experience (Registered General Nurse, Registered Midwife) and experienced 6th form tutors and experienced examiners. We have visiting speakers from the NHS, practising nurses and staff from Wigan Clinical Commissioning Group to add the most up to date information and expertise in a rapidly changing health care system. Our students consistently attain high grades and we pride ourselves on our outstanding pass rates (100% pass rates at Level 3, A level equivalence). We have smaller classes so more teacher/student interaction and assistance. We pride ourselves on our caring ethos with friendly, approachable and knowledgeable staff.
Top Reasons
•It provides a route for learners wish to go into Higher Education
•The diploma is a 2 A level equivalence vocational qualification and the extended certificate is a 1 A level equivalence.
•It provides learners with the opportunity to develop research and analytical skills •Provides learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding of the health and social
What could this subject lead to?
Adult Nursing, Children’s Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Primary Teaching or any occupations related to health and/or social care.
