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Health T Level Foundation

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2T LevelsDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course will give you an introduction to working in the Health and Social Care sector, providing a valuable foundation for progression to further study or employment.This full-time course will support you in developing the essential skills relating to health and caring for people of all ages and in various settings.You will also develop invaluable character strengths during the course, such as confidence and resilience, with a real focus on your own personal journey and progression. We will also help you gain invaluable work-ready skills and experience, preparing you fully for a successful career in one of the many pathways within Health and Social Care.Previous students have gone on to employment as Healthcare Assistants, continued to study as an apprentice in the workplace or onto the full-time Level 3 course at the College.

What you need to get on

The minimum requirement is 4 GCSEs at grade D (Grade 3) orequivalent to include maths and English.In addition all students must: Have an interview with a member of the course team Have a clear DBS check

How you are assessed

Two-year technical qualification with a 45-day industry placement. Equivalent to three A levels.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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