Health Studies
Rainham School for Girls - Medway
01634362746
Derwent Way, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 0BX
Course summary

The BTEC National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care offers students the opportunity to build skills, technical knowledge and understanding. The course will allow students to develop an understanding of the diverse and complex nature of the Health and Social Care sector. This is a vocational subject which means it has been developed to provide a basis for further training, education or to move into appropriate employment within the health and social care sector. Successful students will be able to progress into further study, such as degrees, Higher National Diplomas or NVQs or continue into training or relevant employment.

Entry requirements

Normal entry requirements: 5 GCSEs graded at 4 or above (counting 2 BTECs maximum). A grade 4 in English or Maths In addition to the normal entry requirements for an advanced course, students must have a grade 4 in GCSE English.

How you'll be assessed

The course is assessed through a combination of external written examinations and internal coursework portfolios.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityMedway
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
AddressDerwent Way, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 0BX