T Level Health – Supporting the Therapies Team
Cornwall College Camborne - 9 September 2024
Cornwall College St Austell - 9 September 2024
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T Level Health – Supporting the Therapies Team
T Levels are a 2-year qualification that you can do after your GCSEs as an alternative to A levels, other post-16 courses or an apprenticeship. They have been designed with leading businesses and employers to give you the knowledge and skills you need.
Your T Level will be worth UCAS points (a T Level Distinction* is worth the same as 3 A levels at A*) and will be recognised by universities and other education providers so you can choose to continue studying if you wish.
Opportunities within healthcare are rising, with a predicted growth of over 290,000 jobs by 2024, which means that now is a fantastic time to get into this rewarding sector.
Careers in healthcare are fulfilling, making a real difference to the lives and welfare of others. If you’re caring, compassionate and supportive, then you’ll be well-suited to a career in this sector, with plenty of opportunities to progress and climb the career ladder.
This qualification has been designed with employers and businesses and is structured to allow you to spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement. This two-year qualification in health has been developed in consultation with employers in the industry to ensure that you will develop the core knowledge and practical skills needed to work within a range of health occupations.
What you will learn
The course will include core and specialist content, developing a general understanding of various topics including:
• Working within the health and science sector
• Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
• Providing person-centred care
• Supporting health and wellbeing
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diseases, and disorders
You will also develop a more focused understanding of either the supporting the mental health team or supporting the therapies team criteria within the second year (depending on uptake).
Entry requirements
You must have a minimum of five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including Mathematics, English Language and Science.
Alternatively, you should have passed a relevant Level 2 qualification with at least a Merit grade and GCSE passes in English Language, Science and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
You will have a positive school/college reference with excellent levels of attendance and punctuality.
Work experience
2 days a week (minimum of 315 hours over the 2 years) within a real workplace setting allowing you to apply the knowledge and skills employers are looking for.
Assessment
You will be assessed through coursework, observations in placement, employer set project and examinations.
Progression
On completion of the T Level Health, you could progress onto a Higher-Level Apprenticeship. The NHS has a wide range of Advanced Level Apprenticeship that students can progress onto such as:
• Allied Health Profession Support
• Dental Nursing
• Informatics
• Health and Social Care
• Healthcare Science Assistant
• Maternity and Paediatric Support
• Nursing Degree Apprenticeships
• Operating Department Practice Degree Apprenticeship
• Pharmacy Services Assistant
• Podiatry Degree Apprenticeship
You could also enter straight into the world of work in the Health Sector as an:
• Ambulance Care Assistant
• Emergency Care Assistant
• Healthcare Assistant
• Care Worker
• Palliative Care Assistant
• Dental Nurse
• Mental Health Support
Or you could progress onto a Higher Education degree at various universities.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
Cornwall College St Austell
Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
• Working within the health and science sector
• Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
• Providing person-centred care
• Supporting health and wellbeing
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diseases, and disorders
You will also develop a more focused understanding of either the supporting the mental health team or supporting the therapies team criteria within the second year (depending on uptake).
Alternatively, you should have passed a relevant Level 2 qualification with at least a Merit grade and GCSE passes in English Language, Science and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
You will have a positive school/college reference with excellent levels of attendance and punctuality.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
Cornwall College St Austell
Set at the top of St Austell, with incredible views over the bay, our campus boasts ground-breaking facilities and exceptional student spaces. The Keay Theatre area plays host to our famous Altitude Dance Academy and performing arts, while our award-winning student restaurant Cloisters is recognised as one of the best in the country. Brand new electric vehicle training labs set within our modern construction and engineering buildings showcase just some of the incredible opportunities for people in St Austell and beyond.
Read more on the exciting developments at St Austell & Camborne
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- Location - Cornwall College Camborne
- Start Date - 9 September 2024
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £0.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
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- Location - Cornwall College St Austell
- Start Date - 9 September 2024
- Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees: £0.00*
*Please note - Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
MORE INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL SUPPORT
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For 9 September 2024 start date
Course Code 14152-CAM-24, 14913-STA-24
Fees apply to adults and HE students only. Only the most common fees scenario is shown. Actual fees may vary depending on your personal situation. Please contact us for further information.
Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.
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