# Health, Social Care & Childcare

Careers working in Health, Social Care & Childcare offer rewarding opportunities to make a positive difference to the lives and welfare of others.

This is an area of work that is increasingly in demand and the government requires everyone working in the sector, including before and after-school care, has an up-to-date, accredited qualification.

To support the needs of employers, we have developed a range of training courses that will help you care for adults and children in a variety of situations. You can study towards an industry recognised qualification, or complete one of our shorter courses which focus on key areas to develop skills and further your understanding.

On completion of one of our Health, Social Care and Childcare courses, you could progress to the next level or to our Access to HE Diploma in Nursing & Health Professions.

Previous students have progressed through the different levels of qualifications to achieve a Foundation degree. We also have strong links with the University of Bolton, so there are many opportunities to progress to one of the many Health & Social Care programmes they offer, leading to a host of careers including nurse, occupational therapist or social worker.