Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care – Level 3

This is a two year vocational course leading to an Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. It is ideal for those who wish to work within the health or social care sector or further their studies on a higher apprenticeship or university course.  It has a mandatory work placement element for you to gain experience of what it is like to work within different health and social care settings.   

An interview is essential and you will need the following:

• Five GCSEs at grade 9-4  including Maths and English Language

OR

• An overall Merit or Distinction in a relevant Level 2 course  and  GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 9-4

Evidence of good attendance is also required. Voluntary work or work experience is desirable. You will also required to be DBS checked.

Modules include:

• Human Lifespan Development
• Working in Health and Social Care
• Anatomy and Physiology for Health and Social Care
• Enquiries into Current Research in Health and Social Care
• Meeting Individual Care and Support Needs
• Work Experience in Health and Social Care
• Principles of Safe Practice in Health and Social Care
• Promoting Public Health

This course will be delivered on-site.

You need practical, smart clothing and shoes for your placement.  You must also cover your travel costs to your placement.

You will need to apply and pay for your DBS check.

You will be assessed through coursework with internally set assignments, this includes carrying out clinical skills practical assessments, academic posters, professional discussion, presentations and written reports.  You are expected to integrate the experience you gain on placement into your assignments.

There are two exams in Year 1 and a further two in Year 2. 

You will progress onto year 2 upon successful completion of year 1.  

Further Study

This course could lead to further study on a higher apprenticeship or at university course on courses in subjects such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work.

Careers

You can pursue your career in the wide-ranging health and social care sector.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk