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
ZPFHS012BCF0
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.