Course information
AAQ L3 Extended Certificate in Health & Social Care
Tytherington School - Cheshire East
01625610220
Manchester Road, Macclesfield, SK10 2EE
Course summary

This course is equivalent to 1 A Level and is an ideal course for those who wish to pursue a career in the Health Care or Social Care sectors. There are more than 300 distinct career paths in this sector, which is a major employer, employing almost four million people across the UK. There is a high percentage of internally assessed coursework, which may appeal to students who prefer a more continuous approach to assessment. There will be one external exam during both Year 12 and Year 13. They will complete course work units in both Year 12 and Year 13.

Entry requirements

5 grade 5s at GCSE including English at Grade 5. Grade 4 or above in GCSE Science.

How you'll be assessed

Assessments consists of 50% coursework and 50% exam. Resits are permitted.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCheshire East
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressManchester Road, Macclesfield, SK10 2EE