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CHOOSE T LEVELS WITH STOCKTON RIVERSIDE COLLEGE

WHAT ARE T LEVELS? T Levels are a new two-year course, being introduced by the government, primarily aimed at 16 to 19-year-old learners. The equivalent to three A levels, they are a level 3 technical option that combines classroom-based learning with a strong element of on-the-job training through a 45-day industry placement.

T Levels have been developed in select subject areas, alongside employers and businesses to ensure they meet industry needs. The courses are being rolled out gradually to colleges and providers.

The qualification is made up of two main parts, a technical qualification and an industry placement.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION: • Core content (knowledge and skills relevant to all occupations covered by the T Level).

• An occupational specialism (the knowledge and practical skills to enter employment in a particular occupation).

INDUSTRY PLACEMENT: • Every T Level will include an industry placement with an employer, which will last a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days) but can be longer.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A T LEVEL AND A LEVEL 3 VOCATIONAL COURSE? T Levels are the technical equivalent to three A levels. They will cover core theory, concepts and specialist skills and knowledge for a specific career or occupation. The main difference between the T Level and a level 3 course is the compulsory industry placement. This will last a minimum of 315 hours and makes up 20% of the course.

Academically demanding, T Levels incorporate English, maths and digital content.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A T LEVEL AND AN APPRENTICESHIP? Apprenticeships are built for those who know what occupation they want to pursue and are ready to enter the world of work. They are typically made up of a combination of 80% on-the-job training and 20% in the classroom. T Levels have been developed in collaboration with employers and providers so that the content “meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work”. T Levels are based on the same industrial standards as apprenticeships, created specifically by employers and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education. On a T Level you will spend 80% of your time in the classroom and 20% on a placement.

WILL A T LEVEL GIVE ME ENOUGH UCAS POINTS TO GET INTO UNIVERSITY? Yes. T Level qualifications carry UCAS tariff points. A T Level is worth the same number of UCAS points as three A levels. UCAS points will be allocated according to your overall grade. T Level students can progress to higher education, employment or an apprenticeship.

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR A T LEVEL? Entry requirements will vary depending on the course, however as T Levels are the equivalent to A levels, good GCSE results will be essential, including English and maths.

HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT T LEVELS AT STOCKTON RIVERSIDE COLLEGE? To find out more about the T Levels being delivered at Stockton Riverside College please email: info@stockton.ac.uk or call: 01642 865 566.

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION T LEVEL: BUSINESS SUPPORT* LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS WHAT WILL I DO? During the theory and knowledge element of your course, you will gain an understanding of all aspects of concepts, management theories and models, and principles relevant to Management and Administration. You will gain an overview of organisational cultures and values, different types of internal and external stakeholders, different forms of governance and the impact of organisations on society and the environment.

The specialism for this route will include you developing the knowledge, understanding and skills within a Business Support role. This is designed to provide an opportunity for you to develop your skills of supporting different business functions through a range of techniques, models and theories including the use of business tools, problem solving and project management.

You will attend an industry placement which the essential component of the T Level is the priceless industry experience that will set you apart from students who choose an entirely academic path.

Gaining experience in a workplace setting for at least 45 days will help you: • Understand the world of work and begin networking with potential future employers • Put your studies into perspective

and practise developing skills in a genuine work environment • Verify that this is the profession you wish to pursue • Obtain practical experience that you may mention in an interview and on your resume • Attend your industry placement as a day release student, a block release student, or a combination of the two.

Additionally, it could be divided between up to two employers

YOU NEED: Five GCSEs grades 4 or above. These must include a minimum of grade 4 in English and maths, plus a successful interview.

WHAT’S NEXT? You could continue your studies on a relevant university course, gain employment in industry or enrol onto a higher apprenticeship.

You can progress onto our NEW HNC in business! *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION T LEVEL: TEAM LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT* LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS WHAT WILL I DO? During the theory and knowledge element of your course, you will gain an understanding of all aspects of concepts, management theories and models, and principles relevant to Management and Administration. You will gain an overview of organisational cultures and values, different types of internal and external stakeholders, different forms of governance and the impact of organisations on society and the environment.

The specialism for this route will include you developing the knowledge, understanding and skills within a Leadership and Management role. This is designed to provide an opportunity for you to plan, perform and evaluate your work whilst using a range of techniques, methods and resources.

You will attend an industry placement which the essential component of the T Level is the priceless industry experience that will set you apart from students who choose an entirely academic path.

Gaining experience in a workplace setting

for at least 45 days will help you: • Understand the world of work and begin networking with potential future employers • Put your studies into perspective and practise developing skills in a genuine work environment • Verify that this is the profession you wish to pursue • Obtain practical experience that you may mention in an interview and on your resume • Attend your industry placement as a day release student, a block release student, or a combination of the two.

Additionally, it could be divided between up to two employers

YOU NEED: Five GCSEs grades 4 or above. These must include a minimum of grade 4 in English and maths, plus a successful interview.

WHAT’S NEXT? You could continue your studies on a relevant university course, gain employment in industry or enrol onto a higher apprenticeship.

You can progress onto our NEW HNC in business! *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

CONSTRUCTION T LEVEL: (INCLUDING CARPENTRY AND BRICKLAYING)*

YOU NEED:

LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS

Five GCSEs grade 4 or above. These must include a minimum of grade 4 in English, maths and science, plus a successful interview.

WHAT WILL I DO?

WHAT’S NEXT?

Students will learn about the following topics: • Health and safety • Science • Measurement • Building technology • Information and data • Digital technology • Construction mathematical techniques • Design • Construction and the built environment industry • Sustainability • Relationship management • Commercial business • Project management • Law

This technical qualification is intended for students who want to progress to a career in the construction sector, with a focus on surveying and design, civil engineering, building services design, or hazardous materials surveying.

Job roles could include: • Surveying technician • Civil engineering design technician • Digital engineering technician • Civil engineering technician • Architectural technician • Asbestos analysis surveyor *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

DIGITAL T LEVEL: DIGITAL, PRODUCTION, DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT*

The industry placement will be aligned to your career aspirations identified in your career plan. This will equate to a minimum of nine weeks.

WHAT WILL I DO?

The industry placements will support you to develop a breadth of new skills to provide you with a valuable opportunity to progress towards your career goals

LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS

During the two-year programme, you will develop the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of software production and design occupations.

You will gain an understanding of software production and design including: web development, web design, software development, computer game testing, computer game development, e-learning development and user experience (UX) design.

You will also undertake a high quality, structured and outcomes-focused industry placement, this is an integral part of the new T Level programme.

YOU NEED: Five GCSEs grades 4, or above, and must include a minimum of grade 5 in English, maths and science. You will also require a successful interview.

WHAT’S NEXT? Progression onto university to study, software development, games design or other related degree programmes, higher apprenticeships or employment in the software production and development sectors. *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

EARLY YEARS T LEVEL: CHILDCARE & EDUCATION*

The industry placement will be aligned to your career aspirations identified in your career plan which will be 750 hours and could include up to two employers.

WHAT WILL I DO?

High quality industry placements will support you to develop a breadth of new skills to provide you with a valuable opportunity to personally progress towards your career goals.

LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS

You will study core components which provide a high-level foundation of knowledge and skills that are relevant to all occupational specialisms within the field of childcare and education. Some of these core topics and ideas will then be studied in more depth in year 2 when you will be able to choose to focus on either early years education or assisting teaching within schools.

You will develop your skills by using a range of exciting and innovative teaching and learning methods including projects, presentations, displays and innovative use of VR, bringing your curriculum experience alive.

You will also undertake a high quality, structured and outcomes-focused industry placement, this is an integral part of the new T Level programme.

YOU NEED:

Five GCSEs grade 4 or above. These must include a minimum of grade 4 in English and maths and if choosing the assisting learning pathway, science is also required, plus a successful interview.

WHAT’S NEXT?

Progression onto university to study primary education, early childhood studies or other related degree programmes, higher apprenticeships or employment in the education or childcare sectors. *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

HEALTH T LEVEL: HEALTH & SCIENCE*

industry placement will be aligned to your career aspirations identified in your career plan which will be 315 hours and could include up to two employers.

WHAT WILL I DO?

The industry placements will support you to develop a breadth of new skills to provide you with a valuable opportunity to progress towards your career goals.

LEVEL 3 - 2 YEARS

During the two-year programme, you will develop the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of health occupations.

You will gain an understanding of health and science including: working within the health and science sector; health, safety and environmental regulations; managing information and data; principles of good scientific and clinical practice; core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules and; genetics, microbiology and immunology.

You will also undertake a high quality, structured and outcomes-focused industry placement, this is an integral part of the new T Level programme. The

YOU NEED: Five GCSEs grade 4, or above, and must include a minimum of grade 5 in English, maths and science. You will also require a successful interview.

WHAT’S NEXT? Progression onto university to study health care, nursing or other related degree programmes, higher apprenticeships or employment in the health and science sectors. *Please note these are new courses and are subject to approval/change.

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