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Alternative Academic Qualification National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care

at Madeley Academy · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The Health and Social Care course provides students with a broad range of knowledge and experience to prepare them for careers within the sector and skills to progress on to relevant University courses. It covers topics such as legislation, additional needs, ageing process and care values. It helps to prepare students for university courses such as: Nursing, Social Work, Teaching, Midwifery, Paramedic Science, Community Work, Counselling, Play Therapy, Care Work

What you need to get on

• Students must achieve a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above • These must include English Language and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above • If studied, then a Grade 4 or Merit in a related qualification at Key Stage 4

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

  • Madeley Academy

    Castlefields Way, Telford, TF7 5FB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2027 · Telford

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