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Health and Social Care (Extended Certificate) Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National

at The Streetly Academy, Sutton Coldfield · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Our Cambridge Advanced Nationals in Health and Social Care will encourage students to: • develop key knowledge, understanding and skills, relevant to the subject • think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically • develop valuable communication skills that are important in all aspects of further study and life • develop transferable learning and skills, such as evaluation, planning, presentation and research skills, that are important for progression to HE and can be applied to real-life contexts and work situations • develop independence and confidence in applying the knowledge and skills that are vital for progression to HE and relevant to the health and social care sector and more widely.

What you need to get on

GCSE total point score of 30 or higher from best 7 GCSE's including English Language and Mathematics graded 4 or higher. Plus grade 5 in one or more combined sciences.

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

  • The Streetly Academy

    Queslett Road East, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2EX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sutton Coldfield

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