T Level in Healthcare Science (Level 3)
For careers as a clinical analyst, healthcare science associate and more
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T Level in Healthcare Science (Level 3)
For careers as a clinical analyst, healthcare science associate and more
Overview
About the course
Farnborough College of Technology is blazing a trail for ambitious students through this prestigious new qualification. Designed with great input from employers, the content is up-to-date, relevant, engaging, and can lead straight into a career.
Studying a T Level programme in healthcare science will give you all the essential skills needed for a career in the sector. You'll explore core scientific concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, to understanding the principles of person-centred care. Equivalent to three A Levels, this course provides a route into employment or into higher education.
This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in health or science. Students can progress into roles such as:
Why study this course with us?
- Experiments and practicals will take place in our purpose-built hospital cubicle and laboratory
- You will gain technical knowledge and practical skills specific to the healthcare science industry
- As a small department you will get lots of support and make friends quickly
- You will be taught by lecturers from a range of scientific backgrounds
- An industry placement of at least 45 days will give you hands-on and real-life experience of the workplace
- This T Level has been created with employers, teaching you the skills that industry needs
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this course then please contact us by phone on 01252 40 55 55 or message us.
Your course
How will I be taught?
T Levels place great emphasis on industry experience, so during this course you will spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a 45-day placement with an employer. This will give you the skills, knowledge and hands-on experience that companies are looking for when you step foot into the workplace.
What modules are covered?
Core units:
- Working in the health and science sector
- Person-centred care
- Scientific and clinical practice
- Managing information and data
- Infection prevention and control
Specialist units - choose a career in:
- Assisting with Healthcare Science
- Pharmacy Services
How will I be assessed?
On this course you will be assessed through exams, coursework, synoptic assessments and on your work placement through employer-led projects.
Your future
What Next?
Following successful completion of this T Level in Healthcare Science, the natural progression route is to continue studying through an apprenticeship or to study a related subject at university. Careers in the healthcare science sector can include*:
*Some of these jobs require extra qualifications or work experience. Visit www.farn-ct.ac.uk/career-zone to plan your career.
Transferable skills:
- Working within the health and science sector
- Health, safety, and environmental regulations
- Managing information and data
- Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
- Core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology, and immunology
Entry Requirements
What previous qualifications and experience will I need?
From School:
- Five GCSEs at grades 9-4 (to include English and maths GCSEs at 9-4)
From College:
- Relevant level 2 qualification at merit grade or higher (to include English and maths at level 2 or higher)
Ask a Question
Course Enquiry
Please contact us through the form below. After submitting a form we will contact you as soon as possible. We will delete your information one month after the beginning of the next academic year.