Openshaw Campus
(Full Time - 2 years)
You'll develop a strong understanding of the core principles of health, alongside specialist knowledge focused on midwifery and maternity care, including:
Understanding pregnancy, labour, and postnatal care
Supporting women's physical and emotional wellbeing
Anatomy, physiology, and the stages of fetal development
Infection prevention and safeguarding in maternity settings
Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
A key feature of the T Level is a minimum 315-hour industry placement with NHS maternity services or other healthcare providers. This experience allows you to:
Work alongside qualified midwives and healthcare professionals
Develop your confidence and clinical skills in real-world settings
Build valuable connections within the sector.
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5 GCSES including Maths, English and Science
You'll be assessed in two parts. The core component includes two written exams (Paper A and Paper B) and an employer set project. To get a grade, you must complete both the written exams and the project. Your results will be combined to give you an overall grade from A* to E, or a U if you don't meet the minimum standard. You won't receive an overall grade until both parts have been attempted.
The occupational specialism is assessed through synoptic assignments, which test a wide range of skills. You'll need to achieve at least a Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Upon successful completion of your course, you'll be equipped to:
Progress into employment as a maternity support worker or healthcare assistant
Advance to higher education, studying subjects such as Midwifery, Adult Nursing, or Children's Nursing
Take the next step towards becoming a registered midwife.
If you need help with affording college, there are a number of different finance and funding options available to you. You might be eligible for special bursary support or extra help from the government. Have a look at our fees, finance & funding page to find out all the information you need.
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