Health & Social Care Courses at Cradley Heath

Start your journey into one of the most rewarding and impactful sectors with a Health & Social Care course at Cradley Heath Skills Campus. Whether you want to support others in your community, build confidence before returning to education, or take your first steps towards a career in care, our courses are designed to help adults succeed at every stage.

From introductory tasters exploring communication, well-being and care principles, to accredited qualifications that develop the knowledge and skills needed for employment, every course is practical, supportive and designed around real people and real situations. You’ll learn how to support individuals’ well-being, understand safeguarding, build caring communication, and develop the confidence needed to move forward into further study or work.

Studying at one of the newest adult learning campuses in the West Midlands, you’ll benefit from smaller groups, friendly tutors and a welcoming community that makes learning feel achievable and enjoyable, no matter your starting point. As part of the number one college group for student achievement in the region, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence.

Discover where a future in care could take you.

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This Level 2 qualification introduces the essential customer service skills required in health, care and community settings. You’ll explore how to communicate professionally, support individuals’ needs, respond to queries and provide excellent service in environments...
Course Duration
14 weeks (Mondays, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Start Date
February 26, 2026
Qualification Level
Level 2
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Strengthen your understanding of mental health, well-being and emotional resilience with this Level 1 qualification. This course builds on the core themes explored in the taster programme and develops your ability to recognise signs of...
Course Duration
14 weeks (Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Start Date
February 25, 2026
Qualification Level
Level 1
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Build your confidence and deepen your understanding of healthy living with this Level 1 Award in Nutrition & Health. This course expands on the foundations introduced in the taster programme, helping you understand how nutrition...
Course Duration
14 weeks (Wednesdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Start Date
February 25, 2026
Qualification Level
Level 1
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This Level 1 Award is ideal for adults looking to begin a meaningful and rewarding career in adult social care. You’ll develop the essential knowledge, values and behaviours required to support individuals safely, respectfully and...
Course Duration
14 weeks (Tuesdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Start Date
February 24, 2026
Qualification Level
Level 1
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Develop the confidence, communication skills and personal effectiveness needed for everyday life, work and future study with this Level 1 qualification in Personal & Social Development Skills. This course builds on key themes from the...
Course Duration
14 weeks (Wednesdays, 9:30am – 2:00pm)
Start Date
February 23, 2026
Qualification Level
Level 1
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Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in people’s lives? This three-week taster course introduces the essential values, skills and expectations of working in adult social care. You’ll...
Course Duration
3 weeks (Thursdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Start Date
January 29, 2026
Qualification Level
Taster Course
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Want to feel more confident in yourself and your interactions with others? This three-week taster course introduces key personal and social development skills that support everyday life, work and well-being. You’ll explore communication skills, confidence-building...
Course Duration
3 weeks (Thursdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Start Date
January 29, 2026
Qualification Level
Taster Course
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Do you want to feel more confident recognising and supporting positive mental health, for yourself and others? This three-week introductory course explores the foundations of mental well-being, common signs of mental health challenges and simple...
Course Duration
3 weeks (Wednesdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm)
Start Date
January 28, 2026
Qualification Level
Taster Course
Health student taking student's blood pressure
Want to feel more confident about making healthy choices for yourself and those around you? This three-week taster course introduces the foundations of good nutrition and how it supports overall physical and mental well-being. You’ll...
Course Duration
3 weeks (Wednesdays, 9:30am – 12:30pm)
Start Date
January 28, 2026
Qualification Level
Taster Course
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We want to ensure the right level and type of support is in place for every one of our learners to be successful and treated as an individual. We believe that each student should be individually supported to grow and develop personally and professionally.

When you join us you’ll have access to a network of mentors and online 24/7 confidential counselling services for your emotional wellbeing, as well as a dedicated safeguarding team of staff, student-to-student safeguarding champions and your own personal tutor.

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