| Level 3 T Level in Healthcare Science | |
|---|---|
| Type: | Vocational |
| Entry Requirements: | 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Mathematics, English and Dual Science, or a Level 2 equivalent in this area and GCSE Mathematics and English at grade 4 or above. |
| Start Date: | Sep 2022 |
Course Overview
The T Level is a ground-breaking new two-year Level 3 study programme that will offer students a mixture of classroom-based learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience.
A Vocational alternative to A Levels and Apprenticeships, the T Level has been launched as part of the Government’s review of Vocational education, under the Skills Plan. They have been collaboratively developed by the Department for Education (DfE), the Institute for Apprenticeships (IfA), education providers and employers.
Nelson and Colne College is in the privileged position to be one of only few colleges to offer the T Level, which is going to be the new gold standard qualification in technical education, and be the pinnacle for those who
are more practical. The T Level includes a core of knowledge and skills needed to work in the sector, a technical qualification, a substantial work placement of at least 315 hours over two years, as well as English, Mathematics and digital content.
What will I learn?
In Year 1 you will study the core content of the Healthcare Science T Level and gain a comprehensive overview of key concepts required to work in the sector.
Healthcare science is a rapidly expanding area of the NHS, and a T level in this area will give you a wide range of future opportunities. This qualification will give you the scientific and healthcare knowledge, and the technical skills required for you to build a rewarding career. The T level Industry Placement gives you an in-depth experience of working within the Healthcare sector.
The knowledge and skills you will learn include:
· Core science concepts
· Working within the Health and Science sector
· Good scientific and clinical practice
· Providing person-centred care
· Infection prevention and control
· Human anatomy and physiology
How will the course be assessed?
The occupational specialism units will be assessed through a series of internal assessment which include written work, practical assessments, presentations and observations.
