Health T Level

What does the course involve?

This course is a work-focused alternative to A Levels and BTECs for anyone wanting a career in the health sector. The course has been designed with 133 leading health and science sector bodies, employers and expert practitioners to produce a qualification that will prepare you for work or further study in the sector.

What is unique about this type of programme?

The course includes a compulsory 9 week industrial placement (which is about 20% of the course), during which you will gain invaluable knowledge and skills that will set you apart from others who have no work experience.

Course Outline

You will choose a subject specialism which aims to get you ready to start a career in one of the following areas:

• supporting adult nursing teams
• supporting midwifery teams
• supporting mental health teams
• supporting the care of children and young people
• supporting therapy teams
• dental nursing

There is also some core content to learn, whichever career pathway you choose. You will develop a general understanding of health and science, including:

• working within the health and science sector
• health, safety and environmental regulations
• managing information and data
• principles of good scientific and clinical practice
• core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology

You will also learn about topics specific to health, including:

• understanding the healthcare sector
• providing person-centred care
• supporting health and wellbeing
• further knowledge of both human anatomy and physiology and of diseases and disorders
• infection prevention and control

Assessment

The course is assessed in a variety of ways – you have to pass all elements to achieve the qualification.

• Work placement for 315 hours (you will be observed in your placement and you will complete a reflective journal)
• Technical qualification 80% (2 core exams and Employer-Set Project)