New students starting in September: You can find more information about Induction days and submitting your GCSE results in our Start of Year Guide.
Health &
Social Care
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 Health & Social Care 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, experienced staff and excellent links with the health and social care sectors, will allow you to thrive in a supported environment.
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Students are supported and encouraged to develop a comprehensive range of skills that allow them to progress and achieve.
Vicky Wood - Programme Team Leader
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 Health and Social Care.
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 health.
A future in the care sector
We will help you to gain the skills and qualifications needed to have a positive impact on society, supporting others and fulfilling the growing demand both locally and nationally for health care professionals. Alongside specialist knowledge, communication and organisation, you will develop your empathy and compassion to excel in a rewarding career.
Specialist facilities replicate a hospital environment with access to training mannequins and industry specific equipment.
100%
100% achievement on our Health T Level. This new qualification combines classroom theory and practical learning with an extended industry placement of 45 days.
Work
The curriculum offers all Level 3 learners experience and contact with employers and an extended work placement - ranging from 100 to 315 hours. This encourages you to understand local job roles and aspire to careers in the Health and Social Care sector.
progress
With our excellent links with local careers and the NHS, progression pathways have helped to create many Nursing Associates, Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners.
Expert
Learn from dedicated and professional staff, which include practising health care professionals and registered nurses.
I chose the T Level so I could get hands-on experience. I currently have a placement at the Royal Cornwall Hospital and I’m working as a Clinical Imaging Assistant. I love it! All the staff at College have been really supportive.
Sasha - T Level Health
Select a pathway
All
C&G Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Part Time
Penwith College
T Level Health
Full Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
NCFE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Truro College
Access to Higher Education: Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
School Leaver
T Level Health
Full Time
STEM & Health Skills Centre Bodmin
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
NCFE Level 2 Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Health & Social Care
Full Time
Truro College
BTEC Level 1 Introductory Certificate in Health and Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
T Level Health
Full Time
Truro College
University Centre
FdSc Youth, Social and Community Studies
Full Time
Truro College
Access to Higher Education: Health & Social Care
Full Time
Penwith College
Access to Higher Education: Psychology and Social Work
Full Time
Truro College
Adult & Professional
C&G Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Part Time
Penwith College
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FAQs
To apply for a Health and Social Care course at Truro and Penwith College, visit the course page on our official college website and complete your application online.
When you start a Health and Social Care course you will have access to our start-of-the-art health simulation suites. These specialist facilities replicate a hospital environment with access to training mannequins and industry specific equipment. You will also learn from dedicated and professional staff, which include practising health care professionals and registered nurses.
Yes, in all Level 3 courses students are supported to complete extended work placements – on average for one full day a week.
There are excellent progression opportunities available upon completion of a Health and Social Care course. Health and Social Care is undergoing significant change and growth, nationally and locally. We will equip you with the qualifications, knowledge and skills to progress into a variety of careers in the sector. With our excellent links with local careers and the NHS, progression pathways have helped to create many Nursing Associates, Nurses and Operating Department Practitioners.
Yes, prospective students can speak to the Health and Social Care department at an open event which are free to attend and take place throughout the year. Visit truro-penwith.ac.uk/events to see the latest event details. Alternatively, you can contact the academic advisors in the Health and Social Care department at Truro and Penwith College. Check the college website for contact details or reach out to the admissions office, and they will guide you on how to connect with the relevant academic advisors for more information.
We strongly recommend making an application for your chosen course as soon as you can when you are in your final year of school. After you have submitted your application, you will be invited to attend an interview where you can make amendments to your application if need be.
