T Level Technical Qualification in Health

What Modules will you Study?

• Offers an occupational specialism in Adult Nursing – assessed through coursework, skills development and professional discussions
• Involves a bespoke NHS industry placements of 315 hours
• Assesses Year 1 core components through exams and employer set project 

What qualification will I achieve?

What you will achieve;

• To work to current legislation, policy and service frameworks.
• Ensure core values of care are adhered to when assisting the Nursing team with clinical tasks.
• Demonstrate the importance of effective communication in collaboration with members of the nursing team.
• Promote patient wellbeing in all aspects of clinical care.
• Understand and support risk assessments and escalate where appropriate.
• Demonstrate the correct use of equipment, resources and environment used in clinical tasks.

How long is the course?

2 years (full-time)

How will I learn?

T Levels will combine classroom theory, practical learning and a minimum 315 hours of industry placement with an employer to make sure students have real experience of the workplace.

The Technical Qualification (TQ) is the main classroom-based element of the T Level and will see students learning from a qualification that has been shaped by industry experts. During the two-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge that underpins the Health sector.

In addition, you will also develop occupationally specific skills that will allow them to progress to higher education or enter skilled employment.

The Occupational specialisms include Supporting the Adult Nursing team and supporting the care of Children and Young People.

How will I be assessed?

Students who pass all the elements of their T Level will get a nationally recognised certificate showing an overall grade of pass, merit or distinction.
It will also set out the details of what students have achieved on the course.
The T Level certificate will include:
• an overall pass grade for the T Level, shown as pass, merit or distinction
• a separate grade for the occupational specialism, shown as pass, merit or distinction
• a separate grade for the core component, using A* to E
• grades for any maths and English qualifications that may have been taken
• details of your industry placement

Are there any additional costs?

Stationery such as folders, pens etc. You will also need to have a clear DBS in order to access your industry work placement.

When is the next start date?

We will be offering T Levels starting September 2021.

What are the entry requirements?

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, three of which need to be a grade 5 including maths, English and science.
You will be required to attend an interview.

Can I get more information?

For more information please contact us: T: 01229 825017 E: info@furness.ac.uk

What opportunities will this lead to?

Leads to progression into employment and/or University including all Nursing specialisms and Midwifery courses.

The T Level will allow progression to University to study for future NHS careers including Adult and Children’s Nursing.  There are over 350 careers in the Health and Social Care sector and you can progress to study in other areas such as Occupational Therapist, Radiographer and Physiotherapist.