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Early Childhood Development AAQ BTEC

at Redborne Upper School and Community College, Bedford · college

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Pearson Level 3 AAQ BTEC National in Early Childhood Development (Extended Certificate) is designed for students with an interest in Education and Early Years and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Equivalent to one A Level, this qualification is ideal for students seeking to enhance their applied knowledge and skills in Education and Child Development as part of their broader Level 3 study programme.

What you need to get on

Students must achieve a minimum total of five grades 9 to 4 at GCSE level or equivalents to begin an A level programme. Subject specific criteria can be found here: https://prospectus.redborne.com/sixth-form/courses/

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

  • Redborne Upper School

    FLITWICK ROAD AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2NU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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