care, community
& education
Courses
As a caring individual, it is important that you have the necessary qualifications to play a role in shaping the lives of others. We offer a wide range of Care & Education courses that will give you the opportunities for future career development. We will guide you through the theory and practical techniques needed to succeed in these rewarding sectors.
Develop essential skills
We will help you to gain the skills you need to benefit society, helping others through support and education and being able to fulfil the growing demand for high-quality, caring professionals. Alongside specialist knowledge, communication and organisation, you will develop your empathy and compassion to excel in a rewarding career.
Vocationally qualified and experienced staff and excellent links with the health, social care, childcare and education sectors will allow you to thrive in a supported environment.
Past students have progressed to a range of fantastic careers including teachers, early years practitioners, teaching assistants, nurses, midwives and social workers.
Sue Kellas - Deputy Team Leader, Health, Social care & Childcare at Penwith College
what we offer
Studying with us, you’ll benefit from high-profile guest speakers, interactive sessions and valuable work experience positions. Learn important sector-specific skills while developing your communication, organisation, empathy and compassion to get ahead in a career in care or education.
course options
With a variety of Further Education courses, such as A Levels, Diplomas and Access Courses, you can gain the knowledge you need to continue on to employment or Higher Education. Our Higher Education Foundation Degrees are a great base from which to build your career, or enrol in an Apprenticeship and learn in a real working environment while studying with us at the College.
for adults
For adults, we offer an extensive selection of part-time and career development courses. Learn the skills that will help you to care for a loved one, or gain the qualifications you need to begin a career in education.
Select a pathway
Practical Training Skills
Effective Mentoring
Restore 2 Mini
Restore 2 Full Tool
Diabetes Awareness
FdA Childhood Education
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Apprenticeship Standard: Teaching Assistant L3
Apprenticeship Standard: Early Years Practitioner L2
Apprenticeship Standard: Early Years Educator L3
BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Health & Social Care
BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Health & Social Care
BTEC Level 2 First Award in Health & Social Care
T Level Early Years Education and Childcare & Assisting Teaching
FdA Childhood Education
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
FdA Teaching and Learning
BA (Hons) Education and Training
FdA Childhood Education
Access to Higher Education: Health & Social Care
Access to Higher Education: Psychology and Social Work
Practical Training Skills
Effective Mentoring
Restore 2 Mini
Restore 2 Full Tool
Diabetes Awareness
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism
C&G Level 3 Award in Education and Training
I really like the mix between the practical and theory elements and that you get to complete a work placement. Getting to apply the theoretical knowledge while completing my work experience was really great and it’s definitely made me feel more prepared for my next steps.
Daisy Pullen - BTEC Level 3 in Children’s Play, Learning and Development
