DEVELOP THE IN-DEMAND SKILLS NEEDED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO SOMEONE’S LIFE.
The care sector is one of the biggest and most important industries in the UK.
If you are a caring person and interested in a career in Health Care, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Care or Clinical Practice, we will provide you with the best learning experience and industry-relevant qualifications to unlock your potential and succeed in your chosen career as a Health Science Professional.
You will need to be flexible and committed the values and principals of care for our growing and ageing population.
Studying with us will provide opportunities for you to learn from highly skilled tutors with expertise in Clinical Practice, Health Care and Social Work.
Dearne Valley College is the Hub for Higher Skills in Health and Social Care and we are currently developing a Health and Science Laboratory, simulated Clinical Suite and Medical Assessment Ward and new sector related technologies. You will be able to complete a variety of enrichment programmes and competitions to develop employability and personal development skills.
You will also be able to take part in a range of Educational Visits, Volunteering and organise community events.
Job opportunities are vast, varied and very much in-demand; you could go on to become a Nurse, Operating Department Practitioner, Social Worker, Support Worker, Midwife, Carer or Counsellor. Our nationally recognised qualifications provide you with sought-after, transferable skills for a successful career to begin your journey in the health and social care sector.
Our courses are ideal for those who have a true passion for caring for others. You’ll learn key skills from our supportive tutors who have many years of experience working in the health and social care sector. Practical sessions include a range of different aspects, along with theory to support and develop your knowledge further, giving you a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities within the career pathway you have chosen.
Childcare and Care
Care
Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care
Foundation Degree in Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
Award in Childcare and Education
Care
Caring for Children
Caring for Children and Young People
Caring for Children and Young People
Childcare
Childcare
Childcare
Entry Level Caring for Children
Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care
Technical Certificate in Childcare and Education
Technical Diploma in Childcare and Education
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Science
Award in Education and Training
Certificate in Health and Social Care – Children’s and Young peoples settings
Certificate in Understanding the Safe Use of Medicines
Counselling
Counselling
Diploma in Progression to Health
Supporting Teaching and Learning
Supporting Teaching and Learning
Therapeutic Counselling
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Access to HE: Science
Access to HE: Science Level 3
Certificate in Understanding the Safe Use of Medicines
Assistant Practitioner
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
Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Professional Practice in Health and Social Care
Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies
Foundation Degree in Early Childhood Studies
Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Leader in Adult Care
Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Therapeutic Counselling
Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Diploma in Adult Care
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship
Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship
Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Lead Adult Care Worker Apprenticeship
Lead Practitioner in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Leader in Adult Care
Leader in Adult Care Apprenticeship
Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Senior Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Access to HE: Health Science Professions
Award in Education and Training
Counselling
Counselling
Supporting Teaching and Learning
Therapeutic Counselling
“The teachers are very supportive in helping me achieve my ambition to study adult nursing at university.”
Maneerat Thongngoen Level 3 Health and Social Care Former student at De Warenne Academy
The health and social care sector is ideal for those who have a passion for caring for others and includes jobs in personal care and healthcare.
Nurses provide care for those that are sick, injured or have a disability and assist doctors with their tasks.
Helping doctors with examinations, administering medication, using medical equipment, monitoring patient progress, updating patients records and handover information and giving advice to patients and their relatives.**
Public and private hospitals, health centres, hospices, adult care homes, a client’s home or prison settings.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Care Workers attend the personal needs and comforts of vulnerable and elderly people to help them manage their daily activities and live as independently as possible.
Helping clients with washing, dressing, making food, doing household jobs, monitoring them and recording any concerns, checking if they are taking prescribed medication, supporting families who have new caring responsibilities and supporting their wellbeing with activities.**
Residential care homes, day care centres or in a client’s home.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the health and social care sector include*:
“My tutors are really supportive. I like learning about a range of in-depth topics relating to my course.”
Aimee Winstanley Level 3 Health and Social Care, Former student at De Warenne Academy
“The teachers are very supportive in helping me achieve my ambition to study adult nursing at university.”
Maneerat Thongngoen Level 3 Health and Social Care Former student at De Warenne Academy
