HEALth: Faqs
What will I study?
The Extended Diploma requires you to complete a total of thirteen units:
- 8 Mandatory Units
- 5 Optional Units
What kind of placements can I do on this course?
You can gain practical experience in a variety of settings:
- Hospitals
- Care homes
- Community care services
- Supported living facilities
- Schools
Note: To apply for placements, you will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and must provide official photo ID (such as a passport).
What are the expectations on work placement?
You're expected to maintain professional conduct and adhere to standards of practice:
- Punctuality: Be on time for every single shift. It's advisable to do a practice run of the journey to ensure you know exactly how long it takes.
- Professional Manner:
- Maintain a polite and courteous manner.
- Remember you are there to learn; ask questions and get involved when requested.
- You are representing the college and acting as an employee in a professional workplace.
- Uniform and Appearance: Adhere to standards regarding:
- Uniform
- Personal appearance (hair, nails, hygiene)
- Reflective Practice: You must keep a reflective journal of your placement experiences. This is an essential component for passing the course.
What can you do at university with this qualification?
The Extended Diploma can qualify you for a range of degree courses in health and therapy-related fields, including:
- Nursing
- Social Work
- Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy
Are there any exams in Health and Social Care?
Yes, there are four exams which cover the following units:
Unit 1: Human Lifespan Development
Unit 2: Working in Health and Social Care
Unit 3: Anatomy and Physiology
Unit 4: Enquiries into Current Research
Healthcare is a practical pathway for young people interested in entering a caring profession such as Nursing, Midwifery, or Mental Health Care. It offers the chance to combine the theory you need to succeed in your academic programmes alongside work experience and healthcare simulations, which will help you put your learning into practice.
If you are looking to secure a career that has people at the centre of everything you do and are the type of dedicated professional that is always looking to put the needs of others first, then this pathway is the first step on your journey to becoming a Healthcare Champion.
Suitable Subjects
- Applied Health
- A-level Biology
Enrichment opportunities:
- NHS Cadets
- First Aid training
University Courses and Apprenticeships
University Courses
- Nursing (BSc, MSc) – including Adult, Child, Neonatal, Learning Disability & Mental Health Nursing
- Midwifery (BSc, MSc)
- Physiotherapy (BSc, MSc)
- Occupational Therapy (BSc, MSc)
- Psychotherapy (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Psychology (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Social Work (BA, MA)
- Paramedic Science (BSc, MSc)
- Public Health (BSc, MSc, MPH)
- Health & Social Care (BSc, MSc)
- Mental Health Studies (BSc, MSc, PhD)
- Applied Health Sciences (BSc, MSc)
- Speech & Language Therapy (BSc, MSc)
Apprenticeships
- Nursing Degree Apprenticeships
- Healthcare Assistant Apprenticeships
- Social Work Apprenticeships
- Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Apprenticeships
- Paramedic Degree Apprenticeships
Careers
- Nursing (neonatal, adult, child, learning disability, mental health)
- Physiotherapist / Occupational therapists
- Psychotherapist
- Social Worker
- Paramedic
- Midwife
Partners
NHS
