T Level in Health: Supporting Midwifery

A minimum of five GCSE at Grade 4 or above including Maths, English and Science. A clear DBS check as well as a full commitment to complete and travel to the industry placement and Health Academy.

This course will equip students with the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to take up employment in health and social care or to progress onto Higher Education. This rewarding career offers a huge variety of roles and leads very well to further study at a higher level. Our expert teachers will support students through this two year course, which comprehensively prepares you for a career in health and social care. In year two students will primarily focus on midwifery, including providing care to mothers and support parents at all stages from antenatal, post natal and pre natal as well as assisting with care of newborn babies, taking observations and measurements. Students will have the opportunity to continue placement with the midwifery team.

The T level in year 1 comprises of:

Core A

• Working in the healthcare sector

• Infection control

• Safeguarding

• Health and Safety

• Person centered care

• Health and wellbeing

• Good clinical practice

• Managing information and data

Core B

• Cell biology

• Infection and immunity

• Molecules and genetics

• Body systems and condition 

• Homeostasis and physiological measurements

• Cancer and diagnostic procedure

In year 2, students will complete a year of midwifery occupational specialisms alongside core healthcare studies with an emphasis on applying theory to practical, which include 

• Assisting with clinical tasks e.g. preparing birthing environments 

• Assisting the midwife to provide antenatal, perinatal and postnatal care 

• Assist with supporting the transition into parenthood

• Maternal and newborn physiological measurements

In year 1: External examinations in Core A and Core B as well as an extended project.

In year 2: One written exam, core and occupational specialism practical exams and a reflective discussion.

Progression in Supporting Midwifery T Level

This course is designed to enable students to apply for apprenticeships or higher education studies in midwifery, but also provides students with the opportunity to progress directly into healthcare industry or alternative apprenticeships or higher education courses in healthcare related fields such as nursing, paramedic science, healthcare assistant, care worker or operating department practitioner. 

Content delivered by enthusiastic qualified healthcare professionals and industry experts. Excellent facilities which mimic the hospital environment. Fully equipped science lab. Theory sessions enriched by practical opportunities in laboratory science and healthcare. Recognised healthcare industry training. Funded healthcare vaccination program. Industry expert guest lectures.

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