AAQ Certificate in Health and Social Care
at Maltby Academy, Rotherham · school or sixth form
What the college says
The Health and Social sector is a major employer, employing almost four million people across the UK. The health care sector includes examples such as hospital activities, medical nursing homes and GP services. The social care sector relates to residential nursing care, residential nursing facilities, residential care facilities, domiciliary care and social work
What you need to get on
4 GCSE's secured at 4+ to enter Post 16.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Not on the Section 96 list, but a school or college runs it full time, so check the age range with them.
Where it runs
Maltby Academy
Braithwell Road Maltby, Rotherham, S66 8AB
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Rotherham
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