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Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care

Course Type
Course Duration
10 weeks (Wednesday, 1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Location
Cradley Heath Skills Campus

Exam Board

N/A

Level

Taster Course
Start Date
30 September, 2026
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Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? Discover whether a career in care could be right for you with our free Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care taster sessions, delivered at Cradley Heath Skills Campus.

Part of our Health & Social Care Taster series of 10 sessions delivered over 10 weeks, these supportive sessions are designed to introduce you to adult social care and help you understand what it takes to succeed in this vital sector.

Explore the skills and qualities needed for care roles, build your confidence and learn more about the next steps towards further training and potential employment in adult social care.

As part of the number one college group for student achievement in the West Midlands, you’ll learn in a modern, welcoming campus designed to help adult learners succeed.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for adults aged 19+ who want to:

  • Explore whether adult social care could be the right career path
  • Understand the skills and qualities needed for care roles
  • Build confidence before taking their next step
  • Learn more about opportunities within adult social care
  • Explore next steps towards training and potential employment

No previous care experience is required.

• You must be aged 19+
• Fully funded for most adults in the West Midlands Combined Authority region

Learners at Cradley Heath Skills Campus benefit from:
• A modern, purpose-built adult learning campus
• Tutors with industry expertise who support learners at all levels
• High-quality facilities designed to support confidence-building learning
• Being part of The Sandwell Colleges — the number one college group for student achievement in the West Midlands
• A friendly and supportive community for adult learners

Please get in touch for more information.

You may go onto further study at Cradley Heath Skills Campus:
• Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
• Level 1 Award in Personal & Social Development Skills
• Level 1 Award in Nutrition & Health
• Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness
• Other Health & Social Care taster programmes

You may also move into digital, employability or English courses to support future training or work.

Apply for this course or find out more

Whether you prefer part-time, evening, or flexible study options, we offer learning that fits your goals. From building confidence to gaining new skills, we’re here to help every step of the way.

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