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AAQ Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care (QCF)

at The Arnewood School, New Milton · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate9 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The BTEC Health and Social Care course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding that underpin the National Occupational Standards in Health and Social Care. The course will prepare learners for employment in the sectors or for higher education.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 and above which should include English.

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?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • The Arnewood School Sixth Form

    Gore Road, New Milton, BH25 6RS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · New Milton

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