Preston College Adult Course Guide May 2025

HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE

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As one of the largest employment sectors in Lancashire, Health and Social Care offers rewarding career opportunities. Working in this dynamic sector allows you to make a real difference, supporting vulnerable individuals at various stages of their lives. With demand for skilled professionals in the sector on the rise, there are diverse career pathways to explore, from frontline care roles to behind-the-scenes support services, to hospitals and care homes, to community outreach and specialist intervention.

At Preston College, we collaborate with industry experts and employers to design a relevant, inclusive curriculum that meets local skills needs. Whether you are starting a new career, looking for career progression, or taking your education to the next level, we offer qualifications from Level 1 to Level 3. Plus, if you are looking to take your education to a higher level, we also provide progression on to the new Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care (Mental Health).

COURSE

START END DAY(S) Sep 25 Dec 25 Wed & Thurs Jan 26 Mar 26 Wed & Thurs Apr 26 Jun 26 Wed & Thurs

TIME(S)

Health & Social Care - Level 1 Award

9.15am - 4.05pm 9.15am - 4.05pm 9.15am - 4.05pm Both days: 9.15am - 4.05pm or Both evenings: 5.00pm - 9.00pm Both days: 9.15am - 4.05pm or Both evenings: 5.00pm - 9.00pm 6.00pm - 9.00pm

Health & Social Care - Level 1 Certificate Health & Social Care - Level 1 Certificate

Wed & Thurs or evening

Health & Social Care - Level 2 Extended Diploma

Sep 25

Jun 26

Health & Social Care - Level 3 Certificate

Sep 25

Jun 26 Wed & Thurs

Mental Health First Aid - Level 2 Certificate Mental Health First Aid - Level 2 Certificate

Sep 25 Dec 25 Apr 26 Jun 26

Tues Tues

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health - Level 2 Certificate Dispensing Accuracy Checking - BTEC Level 4 Diploma Dispensing Accuracy Checking - BTEC Level 4 Diploma Foundation Degree Health & Social Care (Mental Health)

Jan 26 Mar 26

Tues

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Oct 25 Oct 25

Tues Tues

9.15am - 4.05pm 9.15am - 4.05pm

Feb 26

Feb 26

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