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Health and Social Care - AAQ Extended Certificate

at Cardinal Newman College, Preston · college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

You will focus on health care, which looks at the treatment, diagnosis and prevention of health conditions, illness and injuries, and also social care, studying the care, protection or support for?individuals?who are at risk or in need.?

What you need to get on

Five Grade 4s at GCSE with a 4 in Maths or English Language

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

  • Cardinal Newman College

    Larkhill Road, Preston, PR1 4HD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Preston

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