Extended Certificate 

Teaching from: September 2016
External assessment from: 2017
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018 results)

Part of a programme of study including other courses, for example BTEC Nationals or A levels. Supports progression to higher education or training, employment or an Apprenticeship.

A Guide to External Assessment: this guide brings together details of support materials and key information for the sector to help prepare your learners for external assessment.

Foundation Diploma 

Teaching from: September 2016
External assessment from: 2017
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018 results)

Part of a programme of study including other courses e.g. BTEC Nationals or A levels. Supports progression to higher education or training, employment or an Apprenticeship.

A Guide to External Assessment: this guide brings together details of support materials and key information for the sector to help prepare your learners for external assessment.

Diploma 

Teaching from: September 2016
External assessment from: 2017
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018 results)

Part of a programme of study with room to study other qualifications alongside. Supports progression to: higher education, entry-level employment or Apprenticeship within health and social care.

A Guide to External Assessment: this guide brings together details of support materials and key information for the sector to help prepare your learners for external assessment.

Extended Diploma 

Teaching from: September 2016
External assessment from: 2017
Performance tables (England): Applied General (2018 results)

Main course in a programme of study, providing wider-ranging coverage of the sector. Supports progression to higher education or Apprenticeship in health and social care, health sciences, or employment.

A Guide to External Assessment: this guide brings together details of support materials and key information for the sector to help prepare your learners for external assessment.