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.
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Early Years Practitioner Level 2
Full-Time
This qualification is made up of 14 units which cover a range of subjects including children's play,…
Education and Childcare T Level
Full-Time
The Technical Qualification is split into 2 component parts: In Year 1 the Core Component provides…
Health and Social Care Level 2 Certificate
Full-Time
You will study core subject areas in health and social care to support progression to further learning…
Health and Social Care Level 3
Full-Time
This two year programme offers progression from the Certificate through to the Extended Diploma, dependent…
Leader in Adult Care Level 5 - Apprenticeship Standard
ECTA Apprenticeship
You will cover a number of areas, such as: -the assessment of individual needs • planning and review…
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,…
| Job Role | Adult Nurse | Healthcare Assistant | Care Worker/Home Carer | Midwife | Senior Careworker | Ambulance staff (excluding Paramedic) |
| Average Salary | £34,507 | £20,613 | £18,179 | £37,461 | £18,450 | £19,053 |
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.
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