A T Level is a composite technical study programme, predominantly delivered in a classroom setting, and comprises 5 key components:
- An approved technical qualification
- A substantial industry placement with an external employer * Mathematics, English, and digital requirements; students will have to have achieved a minimum of Level 2 Mathematics and English in order to achieve a T Level
- Occupational Specialism(s), which may include additional qualification(s)
- Employability, Enrichment, and Pastoral (EEP) elements.
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Entry requirements
5 GCSEs grade 9-4 (grade C and above) which must include both English and Maths or a relevant level 2 qualification at merit or above.
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Who is the course for?
This qualification is designed for 16-18 year old students. The purpose of the Level 3 Technical Qualification (TQ) in Education and Childcare is to ensure students have the knowledge and skills needed to progress into skilled employment or higher level technical training relevant to the T Level. The T Level is the equivalent of three A-Levels and therefore will carry UCAS points.
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Study methods
This consists of both classroom teaching, employer training/ work experience and personal research and an external exam.
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How is the course assessed?
To achieve this qualification, the student must successfully demonstrate their achievement of the core component and one occupational specialism component.
In order to achieve a grade for the core component, the student must attempt both of the external examinations and the employer-set project. The combined marks from these assessments will be aggregated to form the overall core component grade.
The student is required to successfully achieve a Distinction/Merit/Pass grade in one of the occupational specialism components. -
Where Next – Job Opportunities
This qualification provides learners with the following job opportunities:
- EY practitioner in day nursery/nursery schools/reception classes in primary schools
- Assistant or EY practitioner in children's centres
- Pre-school worker.
Upon achievement of this qualification it is intended that learners will be able to enter the workforce as Early Years Educators, with a full licence to practice in an early years setting. It is suitable for individuals with a level of responsibility, working in a variety of childcare settings, schools, research or charity roles.
- EY practitioner in day nursery/nursery schools/reception classes in primary schools
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Where Next – Further Studies
The T Level study programme is eligible for UCAS points. Please check the UCAS website for more information on courses in Higher Education options. Progression onto lower level apprenticeships may also be possible in some circumstances, if the content is sufficiently different.
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How to apply
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