

Adults 19+
Health and Care
You may already be working in the health and care sector and are looking for that all important qualification for the next step. Or maybe you are looking to embark on a completely new career that fits around your current commitments.
Study at Newcastle College and you will train in our dedicated real-working environments including two fully functioning hospital simulation wards, an intensive care unit and paediatric ward to help you hone your skills.
Our health and social courses are the ideal stepping stone to a whole host of rewarding careers such as nursing, midwifery, social work counselling and more. Get ready to make that difference.
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What can I study?
Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care - Level 1
If you want to make a difference in the lives of others, this Level 1 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care course will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need for a career in the sector.
Length: 4 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start date: 12th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Awareness of Mental Health Problems - Level 2
If you are looking to develop your understanding of mental health and the problems that can cause mental ill health, then this qualification is a great place to start.
Length: 3 months. This course has various start dates all year.
Study: Online Learning
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Counselling Skills - Level 2
Are you caring and compassionate and want to help others? This short course will introduce you to the use of counselling skills in everyday life and work.
Length: 5 weeks
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Health and Care - Level 2 Diploma
Are you interested in supporting individuals with their physical and emotional care? Learn about dementia awareness, mental health and well-being and how to support people with their daily living needs?
Length: 3 months
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
NHS Academy
Fast-track your way to an interview with the NHS for the role of Health Care Assistant with this NHS Academy short course.
Length: 4 weeks
Study: Short Course
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding Autism - Level 2
This Understanding Autism Level 2 course is designed to help you develop an understanding of autism and how to support individuals with autism.
Length: 3 months. This course has various start dates all year.
Study: Online Learning
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding Behaviour that Challenges - Level 2
This Understanding Behaviour That Challenges Level 2 course will help you to learn and understand different ways to support individuals and manage their behaviour.
Length: 3 months. Various starts available throughout the year.
Study: Online Learning
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health - Level 2
This Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Level 2 is an online course designed for people who work with children and young people or for those who have an interest in learning how to support them.
Length: 3 months. This course has various start dates all year.
Study: Online Learning
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - Level 2
This course is the perfect starting point to gain an insight into specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, ADHA and dyscalculia.
Length: 3 months
Study: Short Course
Start date: 20th January 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Adult Care - Level 3 Diploma
There are hundreds of diverse roles available within the care industry, making this a secure and fulfilling career choice. This course will prepare you to work in a range of clinical healthcare support settings and in adult care environments.
Length: 1 year
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Counselling Skills - Level 3 Diploma
This Level 3 Counselling course is perfect if you want to study counselling or develop your skills in a career where counselling skills are used.
Length: 3 months
Study: Part-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Allied Health Professions Access To Higher Education
Get the right qualifications to begin your Healthcare career. Study an Access to HE in Allied Healthcare Professions. Apply Now.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
Nursing and Midwifery Access To Higher Education
If you have a passion for health and care, but need the right qualifications to progress - this Access to HE Nursing and Midwifery course is for you.
Length: 1 year
Study: Full-Time
Start date: 5th September 2022
Location: Rye Hill Campus
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