College recognised for T-level health training

A college in Hull has been recognised for its training of students looking for a career in the health sector.

Wyke College said it had achieved "outstanding results" for its adult nursing T-level, a qualification that combines classroom study with 45 days of industrial placement.

The college's teaching staff have been asked to share best practice with other nursing T-level providers in England.

The first cohort of students from Wyke completed their qualification in 2023 and have progressed to further health-related courses, or jobs.

Ruby Davies, who is now studying adult nursing at Leeds Beckett University, said: "The practical side of the T-level nursing course has been invaluable, and the teachers at Wyke Sixth Form College have been incredibly supportive.”

Teacher of T-level Health and Vocational Industry Lead, Sophie Lill said: "Being recognised as one of the best providers in the country for T-level Health is really pleasing.

We are always looking at ways to develop or teaching and improving our student outcomes, so when you get national recognition, it means a lot to us.”

The two-year T-level course, which is equivalent to three A Levels, sees the students spend 20% of their time in a hospital or community setting.

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