This qualification aims to provide an introduction to study of the sector and is for the student interested in learning about the health and social care sector as part of a balanced study programme. The BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care is equivalent to two A-levels. Eight units will be covered throughout this course, six mandatory units and two optional units. It takes two years to complete. There will be three exam units, that are 1 hour 30 minutes and five assignment units that need to be completed in order to gain the qualification.