Healthcare and health sciences

Healthcare and health sciences courses

• T Level Foundation Year - Health and NCFE CACHE Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care - Level 2
• Access to HE Diploma (Social Science) - Level 3
• Access to HE Diploma (Healthcare Professions) - Level 3
• Access to HE Diploma (Social Work) - Level 3
• NCFE CACHE Technical Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care (Advanced) - Level 3
• T Level in Health - Level 3

Why choose healthcare and health sciences at West Notts?

Great opportunities

You will have access to great opportunities to support work placements as well as links with NTU so you can continue your study to university-level right here at West Notts.

Teachers with industry knowhow

Our healthcare and health sciences teachers come with a wealth of skills and knowledge including previous work experience in health and care settings, and knowledge of first aid, fire safety, safeguarding children and COSHH – so they really know their stuff!

Train in industry-standard facilities

You’ll get to work in our brand new practice room, designed to reflect real life situations and working environments. We have a selection of beds, caring equipment, and full-size dummies so that you can get hands-on experience from day one!

Be part of the 'Learning Company'

Learning companies offer exciting opportunities to gain additional skills and experience through real-life projects to enhance your CV and build your confidence and connections.

As a healthcare and health sciences student, you’ll actively participate in a range of fundraising activities that support local and national charities. Not only will you raise funds, but you’ll also help raise awareness within the local community.

In the past, our students have organised impactful events like Christmas markets and non-uniform days, engaging in various fundraising activities to support a diverse range of local charities. Some of the organisations we have collaborated with include MacmIlian, The Lashes Foundation, Storehouse, and John Eastwood Hospice. Moreover, you’ll have the unique opportunity to work with Mentell, a charity dedicated to ending the stigma around men’s mental health. Through this collaboration, you’ll contribute to creating confidential spaces for men to share their thoughts and experiences.

Additionally, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with Forget Me Not, a local charity providing support to individuals with dementia and their caregivers. During these experiences, you’ll engage with elderly clients with dementia, participating in memory activities and making a meaningful impact in their lives

Healthcare and Health Sciences at West Notts College

Take a look at the college’s healthcare and health sciences mock ward and hear more from staff and students about the training opportunities available in this care-centred area of study.

What our students say

See how our T Level in Health students are progressing on their industry placement at King’s Mill Hospital.

Guided Campus Tour

Get a glimpse into the facilities you will be using as a healthcare and health sciences student at West Notts College.

Gallery

Students practice working methods, helping to best prepare them for industry.

Train in our brand new practice room, designed to reflect real life situations.

You'll learn on lifelike models.

Health and social care students were treated to a tour of Nottingham Trent University’s healthcare study facilities at its Mansfield-based campus.

Get involved with charity events.

Combine theory and practical.