This charge identified is applicable to learners aged 16-18 who qualify for funding. Learners aged 19+ will have to pay this charge and possibly tuition and exam fees. This will depend on the course and any prior qualifications. For further information, please refer to the fees page of our website https://hlnsc.ac.uk/fees/fees-guidance/
* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.
This course provides a coherent and engaging study of the Health and Social Care sector and offers two progression pathways to support students with different career and higher education goals.
The Extended Diploma pathway is designed for students wishing to progress onto a wide range of Health and Social Care related university courses, including nursing, midwifery, paramedic science, occupational therapy, social work and other allied health professions.
The 720 Diploma pathway, studied alongside Applied Psychology or A Level Sociology, supports progression into a variety of Health and Social Care, social sciences and related degree courses, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
Both pathways help students develop the knowledge, understanding and professional skills needed for further study or employment within the Health and Social Care sector.
We offer two pathways within Health and Social Care:
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Equivalent to three A Levels.
BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care
Equivalent to two A Levels and studied alongside either:
· Applied Psychology
· A Level Sociology
Studying the Diploma with an additional qualification allows students to increase their UCAS points and broaden their progression opportunities.
BTEC National Extended Diploma Pathway
Successful completion of the Extended Diploma pathway can support progression to a wide range of higher education courses, including:
· Nursing
· Midwifery
· Paramedic Science
· Social Work
· Occupational Therapy
· Teaching
· Counselling and related health professions
Students may also progress onto Higher or Degree Apprenticeships or directly into employment within the Health and Social Care sector.
BTEC National Diploma (720) Pathway
Successful completion of the Diploma pathway, alongside Applied Psychology or A Level Sociology, can support progression to a range of university courses and careers related to Health and Social Care.
This pathway is particularly suited to progression into areas such as:
· Health and Social Care
· Social Sciences
· Psychology
· Care and Support Work
· Foundation Degrees and Apprenticeships
Students should research individual university entry requirements carefully, as some highly competitive courses such as Midwifery or Nursing may require the Extended Diploma pathway or specific science qualifications.
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care
Students study units including Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, Anatomy and Physiology, and Assessing Childhood Development Needs. The course also includes work experience to support employability and university applications.
BTEC National Diploma (720) in Health and Social Care
Students study Human Lifespan Development, Working in Health and Social Care, and Nutritional Health. Alongside the Diploma, students also take either Applied Psychology or A Level Sociology.
Assessment methods include:
· External examinations
· Written assignments
· Practical and placement-based assessment
A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English language or completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit grade or above.
Students should also demonstrate good progress in English and Maths, including attendance at GCSE examinations where applicable.
