Health & Social Care at Hillsborough

Sheffield College

Granville Road, Sheffield, S2 2RL

Other Regulated/Accredited Qualification

Not Set

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

Hillsborough Campus

Full time

Course Summary

Make a real difference in people’s lives. Health and social care is a rewarding career area with lots of job opportunities. Train for a future where you can support others, work in amazing teams, and build a career that truly matters. This course prepares you for work in environments such as care homes, hospitals, community healthcare, and social services.

Course Details

Health and Social Care Level 1

Introductory course to help you understand the basics of caring for people in different settings.

Health and Social Care Level 2

Builds on your knowledge with practical skills to support people’s health and well-being. Also includes work placement opportunities.

T Level Foundation Health

Prepares you to move onto a full T Level in health with a mix of study and real-world skills.

Health and Social Care Level 3

A more advanced course covering health services, social care, and supporting individuals in need.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Health and Social Care Level, Health and Social Care Level 2, T Level Foundation Health and Health and Social Care Level 3

• Written assignments

• Portfolio work

• Practical demonstrations and observations

Entry requirements

Health and Social Care Level 1 - 4 GCSEs at grade 2 or above to include English Language

Health and Social Care Level 2 - 4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above to include English Language and Maths.

T level Foundation Health - 5 GCSEs at grade 3 or above to include grade 4 in Maths or English

Health and Social Care Level 3 - 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English Language and Maths

Your next steps...

You can progress to a university-level course such as a foundation degree or full degree in nursing, midwifery, social work, or healthcare practice. You could also choose a higher or degree Apprenticeship, where you earn while you train in a healthcare role or go into full-time employment.

Future opportunities

Health and Social Care opens doors to many careers, including:

• Nurse

• Midwife

• Social Worker

• Care Worker

• Occupational Therapist

• Paramedic

• Mental Health Support Worker

• Community Support Officer

• Healthcare Assistant

• Youth Worker

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