Weston College – Preparing to Work in NHS & Health Care

An online course for adults who want to work in health and care. Learn about roles, skills, and working safely in health and care settings.

Health & Social Care

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22 June 2026 - 7 July 2026 Virtual

This online course from Weston College is for adults who want to work in the NHS or health and care sector. It is suitable for people who are new to health and care and want to understand how the sector works.

Course details

  • Course dates: 22 June – 7 July 2026
  • Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm (Monday to Friday)
  • Duration: 12 days
  • Location: Online

What you will study

  • An introduction to health and care
  • Roles and responsibilities in health and care settings
  • Health, wellbeing and nutrition
  • Safeguarding and why some people may be more vulnerable
  • Mental health
  • Equality and inclusion
  • Building confidence and planning your career

Why take this course

  • Learn about working in the NHS and health and care
  • Build confidence and employability skills
  • Understand safe working practices and safeguarding
  • Take part in interactive online sessions with group activities
  • Support next steps into further training or work in health and care

Entry requirements

  • Minimum Level 1 English
  • A PC or laptop with internet access

 

  • Cost: Funding options available
  • Eligibility: Resident of Bath and North East Somerset, Resident of Bristol, Resident of North Somerset, Resident of South Gloucestershire
  • Ages: 19+
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