T Level Health

Course Code

460TL3AA

Course Duration

2 years

Location

Central Campus

Start Date

1 September, 2025
Sandwell T Level Health Students

T Levels are a two-year technical qualification, equivalent to three a levels developed in collaboration with employers to prepare young people for skilled employment, higher-level apprenticeships, or further study, including university. They combine classroom learning with practical experience through a substantial industry placement, giving students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting.

The T Level in Health is designed for learners who are interested in pursuing a career in the health sector. This comprehensive programme covers essential scientific knowledge, industry-specific practices, and core skills needed to thrive in healthcare roles.

Key components of the course include:

  • A minimum 45-day industry placement with an external healthcare employer

  • Study of health and science sector regulations, clinical practice, and person-centred care

  • Development of essential workplace behaviours, including professionalism, communication, and teamwork

GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths, English and Science.

Modules:

  • Working within the health and science sector

  • The healthcare sector

  • Health, safety, and environmental regulations

  • Managing data and personal information

  • Providing person-centred care

  • Health and wellbeing

  • Infection prevention and control

  • Safeguarding

  • Core science and further science concepts in health

Core Skills developed include:

  • Person-centred care techniques

  • Effective communication

  • Teamworking

  • Reflective evaluation

  • Research and presentation skills

To support a professional approach and prepare learners for clinical environments, wearing a mandatory uniform is a requirement throughout the course.

Healthcare students get involved in a range of activities as part of their course, from organising gameathons to creating and editing their own magazine. Other activities our students get involved in are:

  • Dementia walk
  • Prevent talk
  • German Market
  • Care home visit
  • Sexual health
  • Mental health and well-being
  • Drug Awareness
  • Routes Puppets

Links to employers:

At Sandwell College, we work closely with a range of respected employers to help prepare you for the world of work. Through our industry connections, you’ll gain valuable insights and experience that reflect real workplace expectations.

Some of the employers we collaborate with include Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Rylan View Care Home and more — all offering opportunities to learn from professionals, understand industry trends, and develop the skills that matter most to employers today.

Assessment for the T Level Health course consists of:

  • Core component: 2 written examinations
  • ESP (Employer Set Project)
  • Occupational specialism component for Supporting Healthcare: A case study assessment
  • 2 practical activities assessments: one for the core Supporting Healthcare, and one for the occupational specialism
  • A professional discussion

 

Upon completion of the T Level Health qualification, career progression routes include:

  • Paramedic
  • Adult Nurse
  • Paediatric Nurse
  • Midwifery
  • Mental Health Nurse
  • Mental Health Practitioner
  • Leadership roles in Health
  • Healthcare Support Worker in Health Settings
  • Ambulance Care Assistant
  • Emergency Care Assistant
  • Allied Health Professionals

Employers involved with the course include:

  • Sandwell and Birmingham NHS Trust
  • Kaleidoscope
  • Care organisation

Course Details

Qualification

Level 3

Exam Board

NCFE/CACHE

Study Mode

Full Time

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