T Level Foundation Programme: Health and Social Care

A minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English, Maths and Science. Applicants should be ready to complete a work placement. Students will need a DBS check.

The Level 2 Health and Social Care course is a 16-19 study programme designed to develop the chosen sector's skills, experience, knowledge and behaviours to support progression in the health and care sector.

You can expect to:

• Gain an accredited Level 2 Extended Certificate

• Learn technical knowledge and practical skills

• Gain relevant industry work experience

• Receive focused individual support and growth in personal development

Developed with leading employers, schools and colleges who have provided their unique understanding of the knowledge, skills, and behaviours that industry employers look for in future employees. This course will provide a firm foundation for anyone looking to progress and succeed on a T Level in Health or Health and Social care Level 3 course. It is designed to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to support students progression into a successful career in this dynamic sector. Students will be encouraged to complete a work experience placement in the sector.

Course Content The Level 2 Health and Social Care programme consists of a Level 2 Extended Certificate in Health and Social Care alongside a work placement with one of our industry partners, so students have a firm foundation in the following important areas of health:

• Human growth and development

• Communication in health and social care

• Working in health and social care

• Anatomy and physiology of the human body

• Research methods in health and social care 

• Care values in health and social care

Internally set written assessments with two externally set exams.

Progression from Level 2 Health and Social Care

The prime aim for this course is to enable students to prepare for the Level 3 programmes; Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care or T Level in Health. It also prepares them for employment in a variety of health and social care settings. The Level 3 programme are equivalent to three A Levels and lead to higher education, higher apprenticeships or employment and are mapped to the apprenticeships programme.

You can apply online via the APPLY button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop into one of our open evenings, ring the Admissions Department on 01743 653111, or email admissions@scg.ac.uk