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AAQ in Health and Social Care

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Alternative Academic Qualifications (AAQs) offer both theoretical and practical focus, they perfectly complement A levels as a part of a mixed programme of learning, helping to bring more theoretical learning to life. AAQs are equivalent in UCAS points to one A level, and offer vocationally-relevant learning in a specific subject area. The qualification is designed to be taken alongside A Levels as part of a study programme and can link to learning in A Levels such as Psychology, Biology or English. It is intended for students aiming to progress into higher education as a pathway to employment.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including Maths, English and Science at Grade 5

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

  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

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  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Selby
  • 30 September 2026 · Wakefield

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