Health & Care

Health and Social Care involves understanding how to support individuals with their physical, emotional, and social well-being. If you choose to study Health & Social Care at South Eastern Regional College, you'll learn how to provide care and assistance to people in various healthcare and social settings.

In the programme, you'll explore topics such as human development, mental health, and the principles of care. You'll also gain practical experience through placements or simulated scenarios, developing skills in communication, empathy, and problem-solving.

Successful students in Health & Social Care find opportunities in hospitals, nursing homes, social service agencies, or community organisations. The skills you acquire will enable you to work in a rewarding field, where you can have a positive impact on the lives of people needing support due to illness, disability, or other challenges.

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Why study Health & Social Care at SERC

Develop the knowledge, skills and values needed to support people’s health and wellbeing. You’ll explore human development and care practice, build strong communication and teamwork skills, and prepare for progression into employment, higher education or further training within the health and social care sector.

Care Skills & Values

Understand person-centred care, dignity, respect and safeguarding to support people safely and professionally.

Health & Wellbeing

Explore physical and mental health, promoting wellbeing, and how lifestyle and society can affect outcomes.

Human Development

Learn how people grow and change across the lifespan, and how care needs can differ at each stage.

Communication & Teamwork

Build confidence communicating with individuals and working effectively with families and care professionals.

Progression & Careers

Prepare for roles in care settings or progression to higher education in areas such as nursing, social work, mental health or allied health professions.

Available Courses

Explore our diverse range of courses designed to ignite your passion and enhance your skills, offering a dynamic learning experience tailored to your interests and goals.

What our students say

Hear from recent students about their experience at SERC — teaching, support, and progression opportunities.

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Patryk Sojka

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
“There’s a lot of theory involved, so far we have learnt a lot about psychology, human behaviour, empathy, active listening, and asking open questions - skills that aren’t just valuable as a counsellor but are also valuable to use in everyday life. ”
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Julie Leckey

Level 4 CPCAB Diploma In Therapeutic Counselling
“My course at SERC was great preparation for the job I am in now within the MS Society. My tutors were always very helpful during my time on the course. They taught me a new portfolio of valuable skills that I will take with me into my career.”
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Morgan Massey

Pearson BTEC HNC in Social and Community Work (Social and Community Work Practice)
“I came to SERC after my A-Levels. I spoke to the tutors and when I saw first-hand how friendly and relaxed the learning environment was, I knew I wanted to enrol. This course has been a great platform to begin my career within the industry. ”
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5 Mar

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4 Jun

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1 Sept

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