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Health and Social Care
T-Level in Health (Clinical) Supporting Mental Health
- Course Type: T Level
What can this course lead to?
Upon successful completion of the T Level Health – Mental Health Pathway program, graduates will be well-prepared for various career opportunities in the mental health sector, including:
- Mental Health Support Worker: Provide direct support and assistance to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- Mental Health Counsellor: Offer counselling and therapeutic services to individuals and groups.
- Psychological Assistant: Assist psychologists in assessments, therapy sessions, and research.
- Crisis Intervention Specialist: Work in crisis hotlines or organizations dealing with mental health emergencies.
- Mental Health Advocate: Advocate for mental health awareness and support within communities and organizations.
- Further Education: Pursue higher education in psychology, counselling, or related fields to advance your career.
Who is it for?
Health is a vital field that we all depend upon as the Covid pandemic has clearly demonstrated to us all. This T level is a 2 year course, equivalent to 3 A Levels but with a more vocational focus in Adult Nursing and designed to provide you with the skills, experience and knowledge required to progress into a career in Adult Nursing.
You’ll gain in-depth industry experience via a work placement in the healthcare sector so you have more focus on vocational skills development than A Levels. This will help you into skilled employment in Health, or progress to University or an Apprenticeship. In addition to classroom-based lessons, the course includes a minimum of 315 hours working with an employer on a relevant industry placement.
The T Level Health – Mental Health Pathway program at Inspired Education Group is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of mental health, psychology, and practical skills to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This two-year course prepares students for rewarding careers in the mental health sector and equips them with the knowledge to promote well-being and offer vital support.
During your second year, you will also work on an employer-set project in a real-life setting. This 45-day industry placement is your chance to put your knowledge into practice. It’s also an amazing opportunity to experience first-hand what it’s like to work in health and be part of the mental healthcare team.
What is covered?
Course Objectives:
- Mental Health Awareness: Develop a deep understanding of mental health issues, disorders, and challenges.
- Psychological Insights: Study psychology principles to comprehend human behaviour and mental processes.
- Support and Intervention: Acquire skills in providing mental health support, intervention, and crisis management.
- Therapeutic Techniques: Learn evidence-based therapeutic techniques for supporting individuals with mental health concerns.
- Communication Skills: Enhance communication and empathy skills for effective interaction with individuals facing mental health challenges.
- Ethical and Legal Considerations: Understand ethical and legal aspects of mental health care.
Course Content:
You will develop a general understanding of:
- A general understanding of Health • Working within the Health sector • Health, safety and environmental regulations
- Managing information and data
- Principles of good scientific and clinical practice
- Core science concepts.
You will also learn about topics specific to science:
- Understanding the Healthcare sector
- Providing person-centred care
- Health and wellbeing
- Further science knowledge
- Health and safety in the Healthcare sector
- Infection prevention and control
- Managing personal information.
The second year consistws of an OS exam. This is completed over four months with four tasks involving research, observations and reflection task.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5 GCSEs at grades 5/C or above, including English Language, Maths and Science, or a Grade A in a relevant Level 2 qualification, including grades 4/C or above in GCSE English, Maths and Science.
You will also need a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Certificate with no grounds that you are professionally unsuitable to undertake professional practice or placement. The College manages applications for a DBS, and we will contact you with the forms and guidance you require to complete this during enrolment.
The core knowledge and understanding is assessed through two externally marked exams, with the core skills being assessed through a compulsory practical employer-set project (315 hours minimum).
The combined results from the exam and the compulsory employer-set project will determine the overall grade (A*- to U, in line with A Levels). You will be assessed on the occupational specialist content synoptically, through practical assignments graded on a three-point scale: Distinction, Merit, and Pass, in line with Diploma qualifications.
At the end of your T level, you receive a nationally recognised certificate with a clear breakdown of your achievements. The T level can be worth up to 168 UCAS points.
College uniform will be required
As part of the course, you’ll get the chance to take part in various trips. Costs will be advised to you at the interview stage, for payment during the enrolment process
Your T Level will include an industry placement with an employer to develop the practical and technical skills required for the occupation. We will support you in finding relevant work placements but you must demonstrate willingness to travel to your work placements. These will last a minimum of 315 hours (around 45 days). Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a combination of the two.
Your T-Level will include an industry placement with an employer to develop the practical and technical skills required for the occupation. We will support you in finding relevant work placements but you must demonstrate willingness to travel to your work placements. These will last a minimum of 315.
Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a combination of the two. You will also require a current Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced disclosure certificate which the College will support you to apply for.
Start date: 01/09/2025
Course Code
PTL3MH5AF$
Duration
2 Years
Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
The support I received from my support worker and my teachers has helped me gain new skills and develop my knowledge and confidence.
Brandon Harris
Health and Social Care 1, 2 and 3
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