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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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 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 2 years. An example of year 1 is: Terms…
| 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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Ambitious strategy aims to create the best ‘new normal’ for college learners and staff
The Eastleigh College Board and Senior Management Team have launched an ambitious strategy for the period 2020-24 that sets out the College’s priorities to see more learners, be more successful, more often.
How we are keeping our college Covid-19 secure
The College has remained open throughout the Covid-19 pandemic for many learners and as from September 2020 all learners (including those planning to attend at College House) have returned to a full high-quality education programme as per government guidelines.