Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English, Maths and Science
Assessment Method
The course is assessed by external examinations which include: 2 set examinations
An Employer Set Project,
1 Professional Discussion/Assessment, 2 Practical Assessments
and a Case Study Assessment
About this course
This T Level has been developed in collaboration with employers to meet industry needs. It’s a Level 3 qualification equivalent to 3 A Levels and offers you a balance of classroom theory, practical learning and a hands-on industry placement. This ensures that you have the knowledge and skills needed to progress onto health-related university courses, apprenticeships or employment. We work closely with the local NHS trust in giving students valuable industry experience. You will spend 80% of your time in the classroom and the other 20% in the workplace. T Levels also carry UCAS points to take you on to university. You will undertake 315 hours of industry placement over the duration of the two-year course.
The Health and Social Care department has four dedicated teaching rooms in B-Block and a specialist clinical room. You will have access to textbooks for the duration of the course which you are expected to use productively along with self-directed internet research to complete your assessments. This course will be delivered and led by the Health and Social Care department with specific support from science specialists. The programme of study features a combination of classroom learning and an industry placement.
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is aimed at students who:
Wish to progress into a career within the Allied Health Professions
Wish to develop the special strengths and qualities needed for work in the health sector
Like to apply their learning in the workplace
Have a high level of commitment to study and helping people
Are willing to embrace a flexible approach to their own learning
What will you learn?
Working within the health and science sector
The healthcare sectors
Health, safety and environmental regulations in the health and science sector
Health and safety regulations applicable in the healthcare sector
Managing information and data within the healthcare sector
Managing personal information
Good scientific and clinical practice
Providing person-centred care
Health and wellbeing
Infection prevention and control in health specific settings
Safeguarding
Core and further science concepts
Core skills
Supporting the adult nursing team
What skills will you develop?
This course will help you build a wide range of valuable skills for further study and future careers in health and social care.
You’ll develop:
Professional values and communication skills, including listening, teamwork and empathy.
Organisational and critical thinking skills to support decision-making and problem-solving.
Cultural awareness and the ability to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
Interpersonal skills, such as compassion, adaptability and managing challenging situations.
Time management, independent learning and academic research skills.
These skills will not only prepare you for health and social care-related degrees but are also highly transferable to a wide range of careers and study pathways.
Related Courses
Looking for something that works well with this course? Here are some related courses to consider.
Health & Social Care
Applied Science
Childcare
Progression routes
Nursing
Paramedic
Midwife
Operating Department Practitioner (ODP)
Health Care Assistant
Ambulance Support Worker
Senior Healthcare Support Workers.