The Health and Social Care industry in the UK employs over 1.5 million people and is vital to care for the most vulnerable in society. With a number of different settings to choose from, including care homes, schools, hospitals or out in the community, there’s a whole raft of options and possibilities within which to establish a valuable and fulfilling career.
For many, working in this area is seen as a vocation, rather than simply a job, as it provides the opportunity to make a real difference to many people’s lives. It can also be tough and take a lot out of you, both physically and emotionally, and so being able to work under pressure is essential to success.
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Skills required
Example career options
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Diploma in Adult Care
Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Leader in Adult Care
Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
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