Free Level 3 AAQ Certificate in Health and Social Care Course in Sheffield. Classes run at King Edward VII School. This two-year, full-time daytime course is the A level equivalent for health and social care, designed to sit alongside A Levels or BTEC Nationals as part of a broader programme of study. You'll need 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4,4 in Science. The course covers the health and social care sector broadly, supporting progression to university and preparing you for careers in care.
Who this course is for
The one A level equivalent, AAQ Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care, will be studied over 2 years. This qualification is designed to provide a broad basis of study for the health and social care sector and is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels offered by the school.
Entry requirements
Students must obtain 5 GCSE grades at 4 or above including grade 4,4 in Science to access this course. However students need to be aware that for some university courses, GCSE grade 5 or above may be required. Progression through Advanced Level will provide a suitable basis for further study in related subjects in Higher Education as well as a valuable preparation for careers in any area of Health and Social Care.
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles and values that underpin health and social care practice.
You'll examine how health and social care services are organised and delivered in the UK.
You'll study human development across the life stages and how it affects care needs.
You'll analyse the factors that influence health and wellbeing.
You'll investigate safeguarding, equality, and the rights of individuals in care settings.
You'll develop understanding of communication in health and social care contexts.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom at King Edward VII School over two years, full-time during the day. As an AAQ qualification, assessment combines written examinations and internally assessed coursework components. This mirrors the structure of A Level study and is designed to be taken alongside other A Levels or BTEC Nationals.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. King Edward VII School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: support people in residential or home care settings.
Healthcare support worker: assist clinical staff in NHS or private settings.
Social care worker: work with vulnerable adults or children in community services.
Support worker: provide day-to-day support for people with disabilities or mental health needs.
Early years practitioner: work in nursery or childcare settings with young children.
What you could study next
This level 3 aaq certificate in health and social care qualification is designed to support entry to higher education. You could go on to:
A degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related health profession.
A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Health and Social Care.
A Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care if you move into practice rather than university study.
