Health & Care

If you are a caring, compassionate person who wants to make a difference to people’s lives then a career in the Health & Care sector is the perfect choice for you. From the NHS which employs over 1.7 million staff across multiple careers, to residential and nursing homes or humanitarian aid for non-profit organisations, there are a range of diverse and rewarding careers in health and care.

Careers: ❱ Social Worker ❱ Nursing ❱ Psychology ❱ Counselling ❱ Occupational Therapist ❱ Midwife ❱ Youth Worker ❱ Support Worker ❱ Paramedic ❱ Speech and Language Therapist

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Nurse Average salary - £30,943

Paramedic Average salary - £34,214

Social Workers Average salary - £34,757

Residential & Day Care Managers Average salary - £44,351

There are over 26,000 extra jobs predicted in the Tees Valley in the health & social care sector between now & 2024

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Studying with us

Whilst studying at Middlesbrough College you will have access to a variety of resources including a realistic Health Ward and industry experienced staff. You will learn the core skills and knowledge you need to work in the Health and Care sector. You’ll also be expected to complete valuable work placements in order to improve your employability and practical skills giving your CV the competitive edge. On work placements you may find yourself in a hospital, a rehabilitation centre, a care home or even a day centre.

You may have the opportunity to do a 45-day work placement as part of your programme!

Did you know?

The Tees Valley has a large health and social care sector, with the number of health and social care jobs 33% above the national average.

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Sydney Bradley Health & Social Care Level 3 Previous school: Nunthorpe Academy

“I really enjoyed studying at Middlesbrough College! I felt well prepared for my next step in education, and I would definitely recommend the course.”

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T Levels Health & Care course

Every T Level student will take an industry placement that lasts at least 45 days, helping you to gain valuable experience in the workplace and allowing employers to meet the new talent in their industry.

Level Course title

L3 Health How will I be assessed

T Levels are assessed through practical employer-set projects, assignments and examinations. Duration

2 years

Vocational Health & Care courses

Higher Education courses

Level Course title

L1 Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings

L2 Health and Social Care

L3 Health and Social Care

L3 Health and Social Care – Extended Diploma How will I be assessed Duration

This is all assessed through assignments. 1 year

All work is assessed through assignments to include written assignments, posters, practical and online tasks. 1 year

This is assessed through assignments and an external assessment. 1 year

This is a progressional course for students who have successfully completed the Level 3 CACHE Certificate in year 1. You will also undertake a mandatory work placement to develop your skills and knowledge within the sector, gaining a minimum of 100 hours work experience. This is assessed through assignments, an Anatomy and Physiology exam and an external assessment. 1 Year

❱❱ Health, Wellbeing and Social Care ❱❱ Mental Health Nursing ❱❱ Social Work ❱❱ Adult Nursing ❱❱ Radiology & Oncology ❱❱ Diagnostics Radiotherapy ❱❱ Psychology

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