Upscaling T Level industry placements in healthcare

This hub brings together information and resources on how to support T Level students on their industry placement journey.
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Why offer a T Level industry placement 

A level 3 T Level qualification, which includes a 315-hour industry placement at up to two employers, can offer students insight into some of the over 350 health and care careers. It can lead to skilled employment, apprenticeships, or further education, supporting the Long Term Workforce Plan by fostering a future talent pipeline and facilitating recruitment from the local community.

Resources

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Guide

T Levels in health and care

Find out what T Levels are and what they mean for employers in health and social care.

21 August 2023
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T Level FAQs

Answers to frequently asked questions from employers about T Levels.

23 January 2025
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Guide

Recruiting under 18s into the NHS

Read our guidance that busts the myths and misconceptions when employing people under the age of 18 years old.

3 March 2023
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Guide

Making links between health and care and further education

Health and care and further education should work together to build better links to ensure a strong talent pipeline.

13 May 2024
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T Level industry placements at a system level: reflections from industry placement coordinators

Created with industry placement coordinators from across the country, this resource explores how colleagues working at a system level can upscale T Level industry placements.

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Employer case studies

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T Level placements in maternity care at Great Western Hospital

We spoke to colleagues at Great Western Hospital about its experience with T Level placements in maternity care.

21 November 2024
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How a local college partnership boosted T Level success

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) collaborates with local colleges to provide tailor-made Level 3 qualification programmes.

25 October 2023
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Delivering clinical T Level industry placements

Find out how Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust piloted T Level industry placements in a range of clinical settings.

31 July 2023
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Hosting T Level industry placements

This blog discusses how Cornwall has successfully supported under-18s in T Level industry placements.

24 October 2022

Sign up to the Gatsby Foundation and Department for Education ICS Industry Placement Network

Join this free network, supported by NHS Employers, to learn from peers actively engaged in this field. Expect practical support, new research, up-to-date policy insights, and a platform for meaningful dialogue.

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