For those learners not yet ready to start a T Level Programme at 16, they will be able to study a new T Level transition programme. This is a new 16-19 study programmes designed to give young people effective, tailored preparation specifically to help them progress onto and succeed in a T Level after one year.
Learners will develop knowledge and understanding by applying their learning and skills in a work-related context.
Units include;
- Communication in health and social care,
- Individual rights in health and social care,
- Individual needs in health and social care,
- Ensuring safe environments in health and social care,
- Vocational experience in a health and social care setting,
- Cultural diversity in health and social care,
- Anatomy and physiology for health and social,
- The impact of diet on health.
There will also be sessions dedicated to practical elements and a study skills session
Learners will also undertake placement hours at a suitable health and social care setting
English or Maths GCSE
This course is college based with assessed work-based practice. You will be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week and assessed in your work placement over 1 year.
Health and Social Care Level 2 Technical Diploma OCR
Maths or English GCSE
The level 2 qualification will be delivered through taught and practical sessions. Examples include assignments, practical's, presentations, online assessments.
You will need to pass all units and all units will be internally assessed using a range of methods and graded Pass, Merit or Distinction.
You will gain experience in working with individuals in a health and social care setting; this is an important part of the assessment process involves evaluating skills in real working settings.
You will apply through the college website. Places are offered by interview depending on your predicted grades and a good reference from your current tutor.
Maths or English at a grade 4 (if Maths and English not obtained it must be a grade 3)
2 other GCSE's at a grade 4 or above.
You must be aged between 16 and 19 to enrol onto the course
You will have a positive school / college reference with good levels of attendance and punctuality.
All students working with vulnerable adults and children will need to have a Disclosure and Barring Security Check.
You will need to provide additional funds for a textbook and uniform for work placement.
Educational trips are offered to enhance your learning on the course.
Successful completion of the T Level Transition Programme and a minimum of a grade 4 in English and Maths will secure progression to the T Level in Health and Social Care.
Blossomfield Campus
Sept-2025
Various
TBC
N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds
ZPTTA012BCF0
Full-Time
Nurses provide general and/or specialised nursing care for the sick, injured and others in need of such care, assist medical doctors with their tasks and work with other healthcare professionals and within teams of healthcare workers. They advise on and teach nursing practice.
Occupational therapists work with people who have a physical or learning disability or mental illness, actively engaging them in purposeful activities in order to maximise self-confidence, independent functioning and well-being.
Social workers provide information, advice and support to those who are socially excluded or are experiencing crisis; they protect the welfare of vulnerable groups including children, young people, people with disabilities, elderly people and people who are mentally or physically ill, and they may specialise in specific areas of work.
Paramedics provide first aid and life support treatment in emergency situations and transport sick and injured people who require skilled treatment.
Midwives deliver, or assist in the delivery of babies, provide antenatal and postnatal care and advise parents on baby care. They work with other healthcare professionals, and advise on and teach midwifery practice.
Jobholders in this unit group provide counselling services to clients with a wide variety of problems by means of assisting them to reach their own resolutions to the difficulties they face. Counsellors may specialise in a particular area or client group or address a wide range of issues.
Psychologists research, study and assess emotional, cognitive and behavioural processes and abnormalities in human beings and animals and how these are affected by genetic, physical and social factors.
Youth and community workers provide support to individuals or groups of individuals through a range of activities or services that aim to encourage participation in social and community life and promote personal and social development.
Medical (diagnostic) radiographers operate x-ray machines, ultrasound, magnetic resonance imaging and other imaging devices for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, assist in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases and are involved in intervention procedures such as the removal of kidney stones. They operate under the supervision of senior staff. Therapeutic radiographers specialise in the planning and administration of radiotherapy treatment for patients with cancer.
Speech and language therapists are responsible for the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of speech, language, fluency and voice disorders caused by disability, injury or illness.
Healthcare practice managers plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the work and resources of medical, dental and other types of healthcare practice, including veterinary practices.
Nursing auxiliaries and assistants assist doctors, nurses and other health professionals in caring for the sick and injured within hospitals, homes, clinics and the wider community.