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START YOUR CAREER IN HEALTH AND LIFE SCIENCES WITH A PART-TIME ADULT COURSE

Nothing is impossible ... everything is possible!

The Health and Life Sciences Sector offers a growing number of rewarding careers available at all different levels. There’s never been a better time to get started in a career in Health with short taster courses available right up to degree level alongside some amazing facilities on hand in the South West.

The state-of-the-art Health and Active Living Skills Centre is the first of its kind in the region and provides a modern learning environment with a simulation ward that gives you the closest experience to a real-life hospital ward with realistic scenarios to prepare you for the world of work, and health therapy suite.

Here are the details:

  • You'll have your own dedicated tutor who will be on hand to support you throughout your time with us.
  • As a Weston College student you'll also have access to all our facilities at the Health and Active Living Skills Centre at the Loxton Campus - including our Library, IT suite, welfare and employment support teams, Costa ...
  • Plus, get all the benefits of studying at Weston College - including exclusive student discounts.

We have a friendly team ready to guide you through the application process - start your journey by selecting a course below.

Careers in advance Health and Life Sciences

Here are just a few examples of job titles that have shown to be the most popular listings in the South West region within the last year.

  • Registered Staff Nurse
  • Health Care Assistant
  • Research and Innovation Officer
  • Lecturer in Public Health
  • Medical Science Liaison
  • Psychology Wellbeing Practitioner
  • Pharmacy Advisor
  • Recovery Worker
  • Mental Health Support Worker

We've bundled the best education in the area with career boosted benefits - and are leveraging our contacts as one of the largest Colleges in the country to give you the best possible chance of success.

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Careers in advance Health and Life Sciences

Here are just a few examples of job titles that have shown to be the most popular listings in the South West region within the last year.

  • Registered Staff Nurse
  • Health Care Assistant
  • Research and Innovation Officer
  • Lecturer in Public Health
  • Medical Science Liaison
  • Psychology Wellbeing Practitioner
  • Pharmacy Advisor
  • Recovery Worker
  • Mental Health Support Worker

More Health and Life Science courses from our West of England Institute of Technology

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WHAT COULD MY CAREER LOOK LIKE?

Health and Social Care is a highly demanding role, but equally as rewarding. In the last 5 years, the number of jobs in mental health has increased by 5%, and it’s predicted there will be over 21,000 nurses needed by 2029.  

Choosing to study Health and Social Care will open the door to a whole array of possibilities, and by studying at Weston College, you can find the perfect course for you to succeed in the industry. 

The NHS is one of the largest employers in the worls with over 1.3 million staff and the largest employer of highly skilled professionals.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO EARN WITHIN THIS INDUSTRY?

  • Care worker: £14,951 - £24,497 
  • Social services manager: £18,590 - £76,132 
  • Nurse: £30,742 
  • Health Care Practice Manager: £18,095 - £58,541 

WHAT SORT OF SKILLS WILL I NEED?

Here’s some of the key skills that employers commonly state is needed in their employees, these are included in their job adverts:

  • Communications
  • Enthusiasm
  • Management
  • Research
  • Innovation
  • Leadership
  • Teaching
  • Customer Service
  • Influencing Skills
  • Self-Motivation
 

Our brand new

Health and Active
Living Skills Centre

Taking learning beyond the classroom, The Health and Active Living Skills Centre is home to our Health and Social Care courses.

Opening its doors in 2020, this bespoke building was designed based on industry demands and what key skills are essential for young professionals to learn.

The state-of-the-art simulation ward gives you the closest experience to a real-life hospital ward with realistic scenarios to prepare you for the world of work.

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WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

Isabella at COS Awards
Isabella
Isabella's dedication sets a new standard for T Level learners, leaving a lasting impact. Now pursuing a paediatric nursing degree at Plymouth University, her journey inspires with determination and commitment to improving lives.
Studied:

Health, T Level

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Christiana
From her very first placement Christiana has gone above and beyond to get as much exposure to the industry as possible.
Studied:

Health and Social Care Apprenticeship

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