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Health & Social Care

at Maidstone Grammar School For Girls, Maidstone · school or sixth form

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate22 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

This qualification is equivalent to an A Level. It can be gained at Pass, Distinction or Distinction*, each of which earns set amounts of UCAS Points. As it is a more vocational style of course it would suit anyone considering a career in any part of the health or social care sector. It would also combine well with Psychology, Sociology and Biology. It would be excellent preparation for any Health and Social Care related vocational degree, apprenticeship or Higher Level Technical Qualification. The course will be run by the Social Sciences Department.

What you need to get on

General Sixth Form Entry Requirements: Admission to the Sixth Form will be as a result of applicants achieving a minimum Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics. In total students need to have achieved at least six GCSEs of which at least four subjects are at Grade 6 (or Grade B). In addition students must meet subject entry requirements. Students meeting only the minimum entry requirements for the Sixth Form are likely to find the choice of subjects which they can access is restricted. In addition, Grade 5 in GCSE English Language or English Literature.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • Maidstone Grammar School for Girls

    GREAT BUCKLAND, MAIDSTONE, ME16 0SF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · MAIDSTONE

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