The majority of people will use a care service or some form of care support during their lifetime, and there is an increasing need for these services in the UK. A career in this area could range from working with fostering and adoption and community work to psychology and occupational therapy. Employers include the NHS, local authorities, charities and schools.
School Leaver Courses
Generally studied by 16-18 year olds as an alternative to A-Levels.
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Level 2 Certificate in Care
Full-Time
You will study core subject areas in health and social care to support progression to further learning…
Level 2 NCFE Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Full-Time
This qualification is made up of 14 units which cover a range of subjects including children's play,…
Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education
Full-Time
You will study a wide range of units including child development, health and well-being, additional needs,…
Level 3 Health and Social Care
Full-Time
This two year programme offers progression from the Certificate through to the Extended Diploma, dependent…
Level 3 Health and Social Care in partnership with University Hospital Southampton
Full-Time
The course involves assignment work and work placements for two years. An example of year 1 is: Terms…
Adult Professional Courses
Expert qualifications that can be studied flexibly around your working life.
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Intermediate Apprenticeship Standard - Work Based - Adult Care Worker
Part-Time Faculty
This course is made up of mandatory units which will help you build on your current knowledge. You will…
Level 2 HABC Diploma in Care
Part-Time Faculty
This course is made up of mandatory units which will help you build on your current knowledge. You will…
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator)
Part-Time Faculty
Learners will be required to complete 350 recommended placement hours in an Early Years setting. Future…
Level 3 HABC Diploma in Adult Care
Part-Time Faculty
The qualification aims to develop further, specialist skills and knowledge in learners areas of responsibility…
Traineeship in Customer Service for Health & Social Care Settings
Part-Time Work Based
You will learn the core principles of customer service in a health and social care setting, and develop…
On campus
Care courses at Eastleigh College are taught by professionals and each course has a large practical element, which gives you hands-on professional training.
Classrooms at the College have been designed to integrate teaching and learning in one space, which provides an excellent environment. The College also has close links with a wide range of employers, and can help broaden students’ understanding of care services through work placements.
Latest News
Eastleigh careers advisor excels at Hampshire Education Awards
Eastleigh College’s Lead Careers Advisor, Trudy McKenzie, impressed the judges at Hampshire Country Council's annual Education Awards and scooped the 'Futures Award' for her excellence and achievements, and the positive impact she has had on learners' future career progression.
National recognition for careers and enterprise innovation
Eastleigh College has been commended by the Association of Colleges for the careers and progression support it provides to learners by being shortlisted for this year’s Beacon Awards. This recognition highlights the outstanding work of the college’s career and work readiness team, and other staff across the college who are dedicated to ensure learners are fully aware of the opportunities available to them.