Health Associate Professionals
Up to £40,730Job holders in this unit group carry out a variety of technical health support functions.
Admissions
Entry Requirements
What You'll Need
- Grade 4 in GCSE English and Maths
- A minimum of 3 other GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, which must include a science
- A genuine commitment to a career in health or care
- Successful interview with our team
The T Level has a higher entry bar than the Level 1 and Level 2, because it is an intensive two-year Level 3. If you don't quite have these grades, the Level 2 Health and Social Care is a strong starting point.
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What You'll Learn
Learn It Deeply. Then Do It, For Real.
This T Level builds real healthcare knowledge and skills. The core covers working in the health and science sector, health and safety, good scientific and clinical practice, providing person-centred care, health and wellbeing, infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and core science. You then take an occupational specialism in supporting the adult nursing team.
The part that sets a T Level apart is the 315-hour industry placement in a real healthcare setting, where you assist with care, take physiological measurements, and support clinical tasks. You finish with real experience, UCAS points, and a direct route to university for nursing, paramedic science or social work, or straight into work.
Core and Specialism
- Working within the health and science sector, and the healthcare sector
- Health, safety and environmental regulations
- Good scientific and clinical practice
- Providing person-centred care, and health and wellbeing
- Infection prevention and control, and safeguarding
- Core and further science concepts
- Occupational specialism: supporting the adult nursing team
Industry Placement
- A 315-hour industry placement in a real healthcare setting
- Assisting with care, physiological measurements and clinical tasks
How You're Assessed
Assessment Methods
Coursework
Written assignments, research projects, and case studies that let you explore topics in depth.
Practical Assessment
Hands-on tasks and practical demonstrations in realistic working environments.
Exams
Formal examinations to test your knowledge and understanding under timed conditions.
Two written exams and an employer set project for the core, plus a case study, practical assessments and a professional discussion for the specialism.
Career Destinations
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Your progression pathway
This course Level 3 T Level – Health
Where next University or Employment
Life on the Course
See What It's Really Like
Our Facilities
Real Equipment, Then Real Placements
You'll learn in our modern Health Care Suite with real equipment, then apply it on a 315-hour placement in a real healthcare setting.
The Health Care Suite
A modern training suite with real healthcare equipment, so you learn hands-on before placement.
315 Hours on Placement
Real experience with the adult nursing team in a real healthcare setting.
Progression to University at UCDon
UCAS points and a route to nursing, paramedic science, social work and more.
Health Care Suite · 315 Placement Hours · UCAS Points
Student Voice
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Doncaster College has been an amazing experience. I’ve learnt teamwork, problem solving, and gained real experience through work placements. The tutors and students are great, and it’s helped me get ready to study paramedic science at university.
For Parents & Carers
Supporting Your Child's Journey
Financial Support Available
Bursaries are available, and free meals are provided for those who qualify. If cost is a concern, there's help — and it's straightforward to apply.
Financial support infoQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
See the full unit listReal Career Prospects
These qualifications lead to real jobs. Our courses are built around the skills that employers are actually hiring for — locally and nationally.
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Quick Reference Guide
Level
Level 3
Duration
2 Years
Study Mode
Full-Time
Awarding Body
NCFE
Entry
Grade 4 in English and Maths, plus 3 other GCSEs at Grade 4+ incl. a science
Assessment
Coursework + Practical Assessment + Exams
Ready to Start Your Health Career?
Applications for September 2026 are open. Apply online in 10 minutes.
Questions? Call 0800 358 7575