Health and Social Care Level 3
The Health and Social Care Level 3 study programme is the equivalent of three A levels and is designed to meet the changing circumstances within the health and social care sectors. During the Health and Social Care programme, you will acquire transferable knowledge and skills whilst gaining over 300 hours per year of vocational experience in a variety of work-based settings. This programme offers an education in health and social care that can be utilised as a stepping stone for progression to undergraduate studies relating to a range of careers in this sector or towards employment.
Health and Social Care Level 3
| Level | Level 3 |
|---|---|
| Location | Colchester |
| Duration | Two years: Year 1: Foundation Diploma | Year 2: Extended Diploma |
| Study Mode | Full-Time |
| Campus / Adult Skills Centre | Colchester Campus |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
| Fee(s) | 16-18 year olds: Free 19+: £7,395 (This fee covers the full two-year course) |
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