What are T Levels?
T Levels are a 2-year Level 3 qualification for 16- to 19-year-olds. Designed with employers, each T Level is equivalent to 3 A levels and helps young people develop the knowledge, attitude and practical skills to progress into skilled employment, an apprenticeship or further study. They offer students a mixture of classroom or workshop-based learning and ‘on the job’ experience.
Why is the industry placement important?
Every T Level student must complete an industry placement that lasts a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days). This is to provide young people the invaluable opportunity to put their learning, knowledge and skills into practice in a real workplace environment. Industry placements also give employers a unique opportunity to develop new talent and help young people become work ready.
T Levels include:
- Technical knowledge and practical skills specific to the student’s chosen industry or occupation.
- An industry placement of at least 45 days in their chosen industry or occupation.
- Relevant English and maths skills.
- Common workplace skills.
Students who achieve a T Level will get a nationally recognised certificate which employers will use as evidence in their recruitment.
What can I study?
T Levels are being introduced gradually around the country, and North Kent College is recruiting now for :
T Level qualifications starting in September 2024
- Education & Early Years
- Accounting
- Design, Survey and Planning for Construction
Check out the recent case study from T Level Engineering student here!
Who are we working with?
North Kent College continues to develop opportunities for high quality work placements , a small selection of who we collaborate with is listed below :
- Ebbsfleet Development Corporation
- BAM Construction
- Vistry Group
- Port of London Authority
- Bright Beginnings Nursery (Dartford & Gravesend)
- Bright Horizons Nurseries
- Kids Inc Nursery Bluewater
- Enchanted Wood Nurseries
- Medway Council
- Spatial Dimensions
We're planning to offer more T Levels in the future, do keep an eye on our website as other subjects are made available.
If you are an Employer looking for more information, click here.
Next Steps after T-Levels?
Once you have achieved your T Level, you will be able to choose between :
- A skilled occupation
- Higher or degree level apprenticeships
- Studying at university.
Contact us now to find our more about T- Levels.