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AAQ - Health and Social Care

at Northstowe Secondary College · college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

In this course you will learn lots of skills that are beneficial when preparing for employment such as cognitive and problem-solving skills, intrapersonal skills and interpersonal skills.

What you need to get on

To study Health and Social Care at Level 3, students must obtain a Level 2 Merit of higher at GCSE Level, if taken. If students have not studied Health and Social Care at GCSE, they will instead need a Grade 5 or above in English and a Grade 4 in Science.

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

  • Northstowe Sixth Form

    NORTHSTOWE LEARNING COMMUNITY STIRLING ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CB24 1DJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · CAMBRIDGE

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