New technical based qualifications preparing students for work, further training or study
We will be delivering T Levels from September 2023 which offer students a mixture of classroom learning and an industry placement of 315 hours (45 days) where you will be fully integrated into the workplace.
Applicants for Level 3 courses will be accepted onto either a Level 3 course or a T Level dependent on grades. Applications for T Levels will be made available soon for those wishing to apply for a T level. If you would like to apply, please follow the links below.
T Levels are two-year technical programmes, designed with employers, to give young people the practical skills and knowledge that industries need. The ‘T’ stands for technical and they are an alternative to A-levels. One T Level is equivalent to 3 A-levels and will be assessed using a mixture of practical tasks, projects and exams.
Students who achieve a T Level will get a nationally recognised certificate which employers will use as evidence in their recruitment.
Once you have completed a T Level course, you will be able to progress onto:
A skilled occupation
Higher or degree level apprenticeships
Further study including Higher Technical Qualifications or Higher Education
T Level qualifications are a composite technical study programme, aimed at preparing young people for work, higher level apprenticeships or higher education (HE).
They comprises of 3 key components:Â
an approved technical qualification (TQ),
a substantial industry placement with an external employer
employability, enrichment and pastoral (EEP) elements
Studying a T Level means that learners will be able to develop core skills such as communication, team working, reflective practice, research methods and presentation skills.
English, mathematics and digital content are embedded and contextualised within the qualification content.
Industry Placement
Learners will be required to undertake an industry placement in a relevant setting for a minimum of 45 days (315 hrs).
Core component: this provides knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, theories and principles relevant to Construction
Occupational specialism component:Â Surveying & Design for Construction and the Built Environment or Civil Engineering
Studying the Construction T Level, learners will be able to develop core skills such as communication, team working, reflective practice, research methods and presentation skills
Content Knowledge:
health and safety
the science behind building design, surveying and planning
making accurate and appropriate measurements
construction methods
building regulations and standards
data management and information standards in construction
relationship management and customer service
how the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction
digital engineering techniques
mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
construction design principles and processes
the construction industry and its role in the economy
sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
business, commerce and corporate social responsibility
(Delivered at Rotherham College and North Notts College)
The Technical Qualification comprises of:
Core component: during the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of digital occupations.
how digital technologies impact business,
the ethical and moral implications of digital technology
using data in software design
using digital technologies to analyse and solve problems
digital environments, including physical, virtual and cloud environments
emerging technical trends, such as Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), Blockchain, 3D printing
legal and regulatory obligations relating to digital technologies
the privacy and confidentiality of personal data
the technical, physical and human aspects of internet security
planning digital projects
testing software, hardware and data
digital tools for project management and collaboration
Occupational specialism component:Â in addition to the core content, each student will also develop skills in digital production, design and development. The content will include:
analysing a problem to define requirements and acceptance criteria aligned to user needs
designing, implementing, and testing software
changing, maintaining and supporting software
creating solutions in a social and collaborative environment
discovering, evaluating, and applying reliable sources of knowledge
applying ethical principles and managing risks in line with legal and regulatory requirements when developing software
(Delivered at Rotherham College and North Notts College)
The Technical Qualification comprises of:
Core component: the core component provides a high-level foundation of knowledge and skills that are relevant to all occupational specialisms. The core component is not biased towards any particular occupational specialism component.
Occupational specialism component: Early Years Educator, Assisting Teaching or Supporting and Mentoring Students in Educational Settings
Content Knowledge:
Level 3 criteria can require students to analyse, draw conclusions, interpret or justify, which are all examples of higher-level skills and support progression and further learning.
Other skills include:
checking and testing information
supporting points with evidence
self-directed study
self-motivation
thinking for yourself
analysing and synthesising information/materials
critical thinking and problem solving
working collaboratively
reflecting upon learning and identifying improvements
presenting information in written and verbal formats
(Delivered at Rotherham College and North Notts College)
The Technical Qualification comprises of:
Core component: this provides knowledge and understanding of the key concepts, theories and principles relevant to Adult Nursing
Occupational specialism component:Â this provides knowledge skills and behaviours required to develop competencies supporting the Adult Nursing Team by assisting with clinical tasks, supporting individuals to meet activities of daily living and assist with skin integrity assessments with the care and treatment of skin conditions
Content Knowledge:
Working in the health care sector
Health safety and environmental regulations in the health care sector
Managing information in the health care sector
Managing personal information
Providing person centred care
Health and wellbeing
Good scientific and clinical practice
Safeguarding
Specialist Knowledge and Skills:
Assist with an individual’s overall care and needs to ensure comfort and wellbeing
Assist registered health professionals with clinical or therapeutic tasks and interventions
Undertake a range of physiological measurements
Assist the adult nursing team with clinical tasks
Support individuals to meet activities of daily living
Assist with skin integrity assessments and with the care and treatment of skin conditions
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To discuss more about our T-Level offering from September 2023, please contact us on 01909 504500