Supporting the Mental Health Team – T-Level (Health) - Level 3

Start Date: 1st September 2025

Length 2 years
Study Full-Time
Location Carlisle College

Qualification Gained

Level 3 NCFE T-Level Qualification in Health – Supporting the Mental Health Team

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More about the course

Are you a passionate advocate for mental health support? Are you thinking about a career in this challenging but rewarding sector? If so, this T-Level in Supporting the Mental Health Team could be for you.

As a health student, you will benefit from learning in industry-standard facilities that replicate a real healthcare setting and will learn from tutors with years of experience within the sector.

You will study a range of important topics including health and safety regulations, scientific and clinical practice, and infection prevention, as well as theoretical studies of biology, chemistry and physics. You will complete the course with the scientific knowledge and practical experience you need to play a variety of vital supporting roles in the health industry.

You will also undertake an employer industry placement for a minimum of 45 days throughout your course, giving you the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and thrive in the workplace.

Entry requirements

You will ordinarily require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths
You may also be required to participate in an assessment to ensure suitability ahead of enrolment

Please note that entry requirements and course offer may be subject to change at any time.

What will I achieve?

Upon successful completion of this course you will achieve a Level 3 NCFE T-Level in Health (Supporting Mental Health Team)

What will I learn?

Working within the health and science sector
The healthcare sector
Health, safety and environmental regulations in the health and science sector
Health and safety regulations applicable in the healthcare sector
Managing information and data within the health and science sector
Managing personal information
Good scientific and clinical practice
Providing person-centred care
Health and wellbeing
Infection prevention and control in health specific settings
Safeguarding
Core science concepts
Further science concepts

You will also complete an occupational specialism component (Supporting the Mental Health Team)

Alongside your studies you will undertake a substantial work experience placement of at least 45 days.

How is the course taught?

Group work
Practical sessions
Theory sessions
Work placements
Employer-set project (ESP)

How am I assessed?

Written examinations
Practical activities assessments
Case study assessments
Professional discussion
Employer-set project (ESP)

Work experience opportunities

Work experience is an important part of your T-Level. You will undertake a substantial industry placement with an employer for a minimum of 45 days during your course to help you prepare for your next steps.

English and Maths

Maths, English and digital skills are vital to all roles in health and these are embedded throughout the course to help you prepare for working in the industry.

Where can I progress?

On successful completion of this course, you may progress into industry on an apprenticeship or a variety of entry-level roles including a care worker or a healthcare assistant and emergency care assistant.

Alternatively, you can progress into higher education.

Course Costs

If you are aged 16-18 when you begin your course you are likely to be eligible for free tuition. Detailed information can be found within the financial support section.