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Fareham
EastleighFarehamEastleigh
If you’re eager to start your career in healthcare or nursing, this T Level in Health course is for you. It offers a high-quality, work-focused alternative to A Levels, opening new routes to skilled employment or higher education. You’ll cover key topics including good clinical practice, person-centred care, safeguarding vulnerable people and infection prevention and control as well as exploring different body systems and associated diseases. You will learn essential clinical skills such as basic life support and moving and handling. Completing clinical placements will help you to develop these skills along with your confidence and understanding of careers in healthcare while an employer-set project will put your skills to the test.
The course, equivalent to three A Levels, enhances your employment prospects through extended, hands-on experience in real-life healthcare work placements, supported by experienced professionals. Lessons are conducted in our specialist hospital-style ward classrooms, providing you with practical insights into the industry and helping you develop the key skills and knowledge essential for success. You’ll also benefit from a minimum of 45-day industry placement, giving you valuable exposure to the healthcare environment.
Assessment is diverse, incorporating externally set exams, an employer-set project, a group of final practical assessments, and employer observations. Grades are awarded as Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction*.
Year 1 – You’ll establish a solid foundation of knowledge and skills relevant to all occupational specialisms, covering topics such as communication techniques, health and wellbeing, and promoting independence.
Year 2 – You’ll specialise in supporting healthcare and the adult nursing team. Throughout the course, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of health and science, including health, safety, and environmental regulations, managing information and data, and principles of good clinical practice. You’ll also explore specific healthcare science topics, including human anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders, genomics, and medical physics, with a strong focus on providing high quality person-centred care.
By the end of this two-year course, you’ll have the practical experience and knowledge to confidently take your next steps in the healthcare sector.
You will need five GCSEs at grades 4-9, or equivalent (including English, maths and science)
OR
Relevant Level 2 qualification (merit or distinction grade) including GCSE English, maths and science grades 4-9, or equivalent.
Note – There is a mandatory requirement for you to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in order to attend work placement.
This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
Once successfully completed you can progress to a range of university-level courses, this can include HTQ or HNC/HND qualifications within the college group or degree courses at university.
Potential degrees:
You can also progress into skilled employment or into a higher-level apprenticeship.
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College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.
Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.