This exciting Health course brings together classroom learning and real work experiences equipping you with the knowledge and skills to be successful in the Health and Care sector. The course provides you with comprehensive understanding of health and care related topics, covering areas such as human biology, ethics, and clinical skills. Through a blend of lectures, discussions, practical demonstrations and hand-on activities you will explore the complexities of health and wellness, and examine factors that influence both individual and community health outcomes. You will have the opportunity to join our health cadet programme where you will work alongside and learn from a variety of health professionals in a hospital environment. Our bespoke and modern facilities reflect real work environments and allow you to practice your practical skills, alongside developing your ability to problem solve and think critically. Students completing this course develop into competent and compassionate healthcare professionals and have the choice of progressing into employment, an apprenticeship or a higher education course.
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What will I learn?
The course is designed and developed in collaboration with employers in the health and care sector. All students participate in projects with employers, looking at addressing local needs and contributing to positive change within their communities. In year one you complete core units that provide the underpinning knowledge to work within the health and care sector. In the second year students can chose a subject specialism of either nursing or working with families, children and young people.
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Example modules
Working in the healthcare sector Managing personal information Providing person-centred care Infection control Health and well-being Human biology Clinical skills
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How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed throughout the year by your tutors. At the end of each year you will take exams and complete projects that are assessed externally. You will also need to complete the required work placement hours to achieve the T Level qualification.
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Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs grade 4 (C) or above including Maths, English and Science
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a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit or Distinction and GCSE Maths and English grade 4 (C) or above
An interview is required to identify suitability of the course.
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Progression & Career Opportunities
There are many opportunities open to students completing this course. Employment from the course includes roles such as ambulance support worker, Healthcare support worker, emergency care assistant, maternity support worker. Students can also progress into university to study subjects such as midwifery, social work, nursing, paramedic, physiotherapy and many more.
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Additional Information
There will be additional requirement to buy text books, uniforms and pay for some additional, optional courses
