BTEC Extended Certificate in Health & Social Care

Assessment

External Assessment (Exams): Typically two written exams (Units 1 and 2), which test knowledge and understanding.Internal Assessment (Coursework): Assignments, practical tasks, reports, and presentations for the mandatory Unit 5 and the chosen optional unit. These are graded by the centre and externally moderated.Grading: The overall qualification is graded as Pass (P), Merit (M), or Distinction (D), with a starred Distinction ($D^*$) being the highest grade. These grades correspond to UCAS points for university applications.